The green ash is one of the most common ashes found in the landscape and is another of the species that have been severely impacted by emerald ash borer. It can grow in a wide variety of soil conditions and is especially forgiving of conditions like pollution and salt in urban areas. Other common names include red ash, swamp ash, and water ash. The gray-brown bark forms a diamond-like pattern. The medium-green leaves include five to nine leaflets, turning variable shades of yellow in the fall. Green ash is traditionally planted as a shade tree or shade tree, but it is not recommended in areas where the insect is expected to arrive.
Native area: Eastern and northern North America
USDA growing zones: 3 to 9
Height: 50 to 70 feet
Sun exposure: Full sun