The tiny dark green leaves turn to become a unique shade of dark purple. This color is quite rare among all trees, and especially unique as an autumn color. Additionally, their small leaves tend to blow away in the wind since they are incredibly lightweight, leaving sparsely any leaves needing to be raked. This makes for considerably less hours spent cleaning up when compared to other popular shade varieties like heavy-leaved maple trees. Also, Purple Autumn attain a symmetrical globe-shaped form as they grow, making them an appealing option as a sidewalk or street tree.
Mature Height (in.) | 600 |
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Mature Width (in.) | 360 |
Additional Characteristics | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Erosion Control,Insect Resistant,Non-GMO,Water-Wise,Windbreak |
Average Shipping Height (in.) | 42 |
Best Time to Plant | Fall to Spring |
Blossom Color | No Blossoms |
Botanical Name | Fraxinus americana |
Common Name | Ash Tree |
Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Hardiness Zone | 5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
Optimal Soil Condition | Neutral |
Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 120 |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Shipped As | Bare Root |
Sun Tolerance | Sun or Shade |
Wildlife Attracted | Birds |
Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |