{"title":"Ash Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsh trees are fast, tough shade trees with some of the best autumn colour you can grow in Australia. Claret Ash turns deep wine red, Golden Ash a clear yellow, and the green ash selections bronze and brick red. They form a broad, even canopy between 8m and 13m, handle heat, frost and city conditions, and grow quickly when young. This range also includes Evergreen Ash for warmer districts. Every tree is delivered Australia wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose an ash tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose by autumn colour and size. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/claret-ash-fraxinus-angustifolia-raywood\"\u003eClaret Ash\u003c\/a\u003e is the best known: fine leaves, a tall oval crown to about 13m and wine red colour that holds for weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-ash-fraxinus-excelsior-aurea\"\u003eGolden Ash\u003c\/a\u003e is smaller at around 10m, with yellow autumn leaves, golden bark on young branches and black winter buds. Green Ash and its selections Cimmaron and Urbanite are strong, upright street trees that tolerate heat, wind and poor soil. Flowering Ash carries fragrant cream flowers in spring on a rounded 8m tree. Velvet Ash suits hot, dry inland sites. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/evergreen-ash-fraxinus-griffithii\"\u003eEvergreen Ash\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus griffithii\u003c\/em\u003e) keeps its glossy leaves through winter in mild climates and stays near 8m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere ash trees work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe deciduous ashes colour best where autumn nights are cool: southern Australia, the tablelands and inland districts. They accept clay and periodic dry spells, and they grow in full sun. Use them as lawn shade trees, in avenues, on acreage and in parks. They are too large for a small courtyard: allow room for the canopy. For other options see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003edeciduous trees\u003c\/a\u003e and the wider list of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003efast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant large ashes 8m to 10m apart and at least 6m from buildings, paving and pipes. Golden Ash and Evergreen Ash can go 5m to 6m apart. Plant in winter or early spring, dig a wide hole no deeper than the root ball, stake loosely and water deeply once a week through the first two summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare basics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrain a single leader while the tree is young and remove low branches gradually to lift the canopy over a lawn or driveway. Prune in winter. Feed in spring for the first few years and mulch out to the drip line. Established trees need watering only in long dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast do ash trees grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuickly when young: up to a metre a year in good soil with summer water, slowing as the canopy fills out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich ash has the best autumn colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaret Ash for deep red and Golden Ash for yellow. Cimmaron turns brick red in cool districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does a Claret Ash grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 13m tall and 8m wide in garden conditions, so give it an open position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there an ash tree that keeps its leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvergreen Ash holds its foliage through winter in mild and warm climates, and is the smallest tree in this range.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"claret-ash-fraxinus-angustifolia-raywood","title":"Claret Ash - Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood'","description":"\u003cp\u003eClaret Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Raywood') is the deciduous shade tree most Australian gardeners think of when they picture deep autumn colour, turning wine red and burgundy before the leaves drop. It grows quickly to around 13m tall and 8m wide, narrow and upright when young, broadening into a rounded crown. Given room away from services it is one of the toughest large trees you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour worth waiting for.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine textured foliage turns claret and burgundy in autumn, far deeper than the yellow of a common ash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade in a hurry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growth means real canopy within five to seven seasons rather than a decade of waiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter sun, summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being deciduous, it shades a north facing room through summer and lets the light back in once the leaves drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough in hard climates.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought, heat and wind tolerant, which is why it works from Canberra to the dry inland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade trees.\u003c\/strong\u003e One tree covers a lawn or outdoor area at maturity. Allow at least 8m of clear ground and keep the trunk well away from paving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 6m apart for a matched row. The canopies meet overhead at that spacing while each tree still builds a full crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e The same 6m spacing gives a high summer screen above a fence line, which opens up over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Claret Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and open ground. It suits warm temperate, cool temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens, so Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, the tablelands and inland towns all work. Colour is strongest where autumn nights turn genuinely cold, so a Canberra tree out colours a coastal Sydney one. Humid subtropical and tropical gardens are outside its range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable, from clay to sand, provided water moves through. Work compost into the backfill and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the trunk. Be aware that the surface roots are vigorous, so keep it at least 8m from pipes, paving, pools and retaining walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers to drive roots downward rather than sideways, then water only in extended dry spells. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring for the first few years is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Formative pruning in the first three winters sets a single leader and a clear trunk. After that leave it alone, apart from damaged wood. Expect leaf litter over a few weeks in autumn, which matters if the tree overhangs a pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in seven sizes: 300mm, 400mm and 500mm pots, and 45L, 75L, 100L and 200L. The 300mm and 400mm are young whips, best for a long avenue where you can wait. The 45L and 75L are the usual garden choice, arriving staked with a defined trunk, and the 100L and 200L give immediate height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrdered in the cold months the tree will arrive leafless, which is normal and not a fault. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eBrowse plants grown for autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eCompare fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/driveway-trees\"\u003eSee trees suited to driveways and avenues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eExplore the full deciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow close to the house can I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it at least 8m from the house, paving, pools and underground services. The surface roots are vigorous, and this is the single most common regret with a Claret Ash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it colour up in a warm climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt colours best where autumn nights are cold. In milder coastal gardens the display is shorter and less intense, though still worth having.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast for a large tree. Watered through the first two summers it gives real shade within five to seven seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100379365695,"sku":null,"price":300.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100379496767,"sku":null,"price":367.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140132655423,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100379431231,"sku":null,"price":156.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":44965715312959,"sku":"QLD","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":54140132753727,"sku":null,"price":594.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25L","offer_id":55100379463999,"sku":null,"price":132.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":54140132688191,"sku":null,"price":363.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":54140132720959,"sku":null,"price":544.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":51651859710271,"sku":"QLD","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":51651859906879,"sku":"QLD","price":1925.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":55100379398463,"sku":null,"price":4056.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Claret-Ash-Fraxinus-angustifolia-Raywood.jpg?v=1741858592"},{"product_id":"fraxinus-pennsylvanica-cimmaron-fraxinus-pennsylvanica-cimmzam","title":"Fraxinus pennsylvanica Cimmaron™ - Fraxinus pennsylvanica ‘Cimmzam’","description":"\u003cp\u003eCimmaron Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cimmzam') is a deciduous shade tree that reaches about 10m tall and 6m wide, holding a neat upright oval crown without much help from the secateurs. It is a selected male form, so it sets no seed and there are no seedlings to weed out of the garden beds. The foliage turns reddish orange before the leaves drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeedless by selection.\u003c\/strong\u003e Male clones like this one carry no fruit, which removes the self seeding problem that gives ordinary ash trees a bad name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade in summer, sun in winter.\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense canopy through the hot months, then bare branches that let winter sun reach the windows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReddish orange autumn colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable seasonal colour in cool and temperate districts, and useful colour even in warmer inland gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough where other trees struggle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, drought and heat tolerant, wind firm and content in poor soil, which is why it is planted as a street tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Space 6m to 8m apart for an even avenue. The upright oval crown lifts clear of vehicles and keeps its symmetry without formative pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade over lawn and paving.\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature tree covers a seating area or a good part of a back lawn, and the deciduous habit keeps the space usable in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreak planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e On rural blocks, plant 6m apart in a row to filter wind across a paddock or driveway rather than block it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Cimmaron Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, with room for the crown. It suits cool temperate, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid to semi-arid gardens, and it is properly frost hardy. Humid tropical and subtropical gardens are not its country, since it wants a cold winter to go dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It accepts most soils, including poor and compacted ground, provided water does not sit around the roots. Dig a wide hole rather than a deep one, and mulch 75mm deep out to the drip line, kept clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak weekly through the first two summers, then only in long dry spells once established. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring is enough for a tree of this size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little is needed. Remove crossing branches while the tree is young and lift the lower limbs for clearance over a path or driveway. Prune in late winter before the buds move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in a 400mm pot and in 45L, 75L, 100L, 200L and 400L sizes. The 400mm and 45L trees are young, with a straight leader and a light head, and they establish quickly. From 100L upwards you are buying trunk calliper and real height on day one, which is the choice for a driveway where the effect matters now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrees are deciduous, so stock supplied in the cooler months arrives with bare branches and buds. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every tree carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trees-for-lining-driveways-in-australia-top-choices\"\u003eChoosing trees to line a driveway\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/driveway-trees\"\u003eBrowse the driveway tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eOther trees with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/advanced-trees\"\u003eAdvanced trees for immediate height\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuickly for a shade tree, particularly in the first five years with water and open ground. Growth slows as the crown fills out and the tree settles near 10m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the house should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow at least 6m from walls and paving so the mature crown has room. Ash roots are vigorous, so keep it well away from drains and septic lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it colour up in warm districts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, though the display is stronger where autumn nights are cold. In warm temperate gardens expect softer orange tones over a shorter period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100511781183,"sku":null,"price":163.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100511879487,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140089205055,"sku":null,"price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":51648017924415,"sku":"QLD","price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":51648018121023,"sku":"QLD","price":643.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":51648018317631,"sku":"QLD","price":811.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150L","offer_id":55100511748415,"sku":null,"price":1051.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":51648020513087,"sku":"QLD","price":1718.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":51648020709695,"sku":"QLD","price":3437.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"600L","offer_id":55100511617343,"sku":null,"price":8525.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700L","offer_id":55100511650111,"sku":null,"price":7693.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1100L","offer_id":55100511682879,"sku":null,"price":15840.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Fraxinus-pennsylvanica-Cimmaron-Fraxinus-pennsylvanica-Cimmzam.png?v=1766224327"},{"product_id":"fraxinus-pennsylvanica-urbanite-fraxinus-pennsylvanica-urbdell","title":"Fraxinus pennsylvanica Urbanite® - Fraxinus pennsylvanica ‘Urbdell’","description":"\u003cp\u003eUrbanite Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Urbdell') is a broad pyramidal shade tree that grows fast to about 12m tall and 8m wide, then holds a clean, symmetrical head with very little help. It was selected for street and car park conditions, so heat, wind, drought and poor compacted soil are all within its range. In autumn the canopy turns bronze to purple before the leaves drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade in a hurry.\u003c\/strong\u003e A genuinely fast grower, so a bare block has usable canopy years earlier than with a slower tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBronze to purple autumn colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e A deeper autumn than the yellow most ashes give, and it holds well before the leaves turn and fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for hard sites.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, heat and drought tolerant, wind tolerant and content in poor soil, which is why it is used along streets and car parks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter sun, summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being deciduous, it shades the house through summer and lets the winter light back in once the canopy is bare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree for a large garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it room: at 8m wide it wants at least 5m of clearance from a house, a fence line or a boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 8m to 10m apart along a driveway so the mature canopies meet overhead without crowding each other. The even, repeatable form is what makes an avenue line up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single specimen on a lawn reads well from every side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Urbanite Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun. This is a cool temperate, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid climate tree, so it performs across southern Australia and the dry inland. It is not the pick for the humid tropics or subtropics, where deciduous ash colours poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable, including compacted and low fertility ground. It still establishes faster in a well prepared hole with compost through the backfill. Mulch 75mm deep out to the drip line and keep it off the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers, then taper off as it becomes drought tolerant. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring while the tree is young builds the canopy quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Formative pruning in the first few winters sets a single leader and lifts the lower branches to the height you want to drive under. After that it needs very little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes run from a 400mm pot through 45L, 75L, 100L, 200L, 400L and 750L. The 400mm and 45L trees are the value entry point and catch up quickly given water. From 100L upward you are buying real trunk calliper and immediate height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrees are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. If it arrives bare in winter that is normal for a deciduous tree, and it will leaf out in spring. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trees-for-lining-driveways-in-australia-top-choices\"\u003eChoosing trees to line a driveway\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/driveway-trees\"\u003eBrowse driveway and avenue trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eCompare trees with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/advanced-trees\"\u003eAdvanced trees for immediate height\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the house should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow at least 5m, more if you can. The canopy spreads to about 8m, so a tree planted tight to a wall needs constant pruning to keep it off the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it actually grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast for a shade tree, particularly in the first five years with water and a spring feed. Growth slows as it nears its mature 12m, and is slower again in dry inland gardens without irrigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it drop a lot of leaf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in autumn, as any deciduous tree does. The drop is concentrated over a few weeks rather than spread across the year, which most people find easier to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is frost hardy and well suited to cold districts. Young trees still benefit from a stake and a clear, weed free circle around the base for the first two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100512043327,"sku":null,"price":163.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100512076095,"sku":null,"price":140.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140089237823,"sku":null,"price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100512108863,"sku":null,"price":610.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":51648021168447,"sku":"QLD","price":371.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":51648021365055,"sku":"QLD","price":612.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":51649464238399,"sku":"QLD","price":811.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150L","offer_id":55100512010559,"sku":null,"price":1051.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":51648021758271,"sku":"QLD","price":1512.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100511945023,"sku":null,"price":2186.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":51648021954879,"sku":"QLD","price":1512.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"750L (Backorder)","offer_id":51648023200063,"sku":"QLD","price":4950.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100511977791,"sku":null,"price":16225.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Fraxinus-pennsylvanica-Urbanite-Fraxinus-pennsylvanica-Urbdell.png?v=1766224329"},{"product_id":"green-ash-fraxinus-pennsylvanica","title":"Green Ash - Fraxinus pennsylvanica","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast growing deciduous shade tree that reaches about 12m tall and 8m wide, and turns dependable golden yellow in autumn before dropping its leaves. It is among the toughest large trees you can plant: frost hardy, drought tolerant, wind firm and happy in ground that stays wet. Give it room and it will shade a house within a decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal shade, quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast for a tree of this size, so a bare block or new verge gets a usable canopy years sooner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden autumn colour you can count on.\u003c\/strong\u003e The whole canopy turns clean yellow, not just a branch here and there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun in winter, shade in summer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being deciduous, it shades the house through the hot months and lets winter light straight back in once the leaves drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA standard council street tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard frost, long dry spells, strong wind and waterlogged ground are all within its range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a tree for a large garden, a paddock or a wide verge. Allow at least 8m of clear space in each direction, its mature spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 8m to 10m apart down a long drive so the canopies just touch at maturity. Lift the lower limbs as the trees grow to keep vehicle clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreak.\u003c\/strong\u003e A row on the windward boundary of a rural block filters summer gusts, and the bare winter framework still slows wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing green ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun. It belongs in cool temperate, warm temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens, where winter is cold enough to drive proper dormancy and autumn colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost anything. Clay, loam and sand all suit it, and it is one of the few large shade trees that accepts ground staying wet after heavy rain. Mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak weekly through the first two summers, then rely on rainfall except in severe drought. A complete fertiliser in early spring for the first few years builds the canopy faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in winter while dormant. Remove competing leaders early so the tree builds one strong trunk, then lift the lower branches gradually. Mature trees need very little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in five sizes: 400mm, 45L, 75L, 100L and 200L. The 400mm and 45L trees are young, quick to establish and the sensible choice for an avenue. The larger 75L, 100L and 200L trees carry real height and trunk calliper on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is deciduous, trees shipped between late autumn and late winter arrive bare stemmed. That is normal and they leaf out on schedule in spring. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eCompare fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trees-for-lining-driveways-in-australia-top-choices\"\u003eChoosing trees to line a driveway\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eBrowse plants with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eSee the full deciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it actually get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 12m tall and 8m wide. That is too large for a courtyard or a narrow side boundary, so check the space, services and overhead lines before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in a warm, humid climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot well. It needs a genuinely cold winter to go dormant and colour properly, so tropical and subtropical gardens give patchy autumn colour and a tired looking tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it produce seedlings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemale trees set winged seed that germinates readily in damp ground. Pull volunteer seedlings while they are small, and avoid planting it directly beside a creek or a wetland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround a metre a year once the roots are established, slowing as the canopy widens. Slower on dry, compacted soil and in the first season after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":55100516303167,"sku":null,"price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":55100516270399,"sku":null,"price":163.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":55100516335935,"sku":null,"price":140.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":54140090581311,"sku":null,"price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100516729151,"sku":null,"price":610.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":54140090614079,"sku":null,"price":396.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L","offer_id":54140090646847,"sku":null,"price":643.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":54140090679615,"sku":null,"price":811.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150L","offer_id":55100516532543,"sku":null,"price":1051.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":51648088441151,"sku":"QLD","price":1718.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":55100516630847,"sku":null,"price":2186.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":55100516368703,"sku":null,"price":2406.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"600L","offer_id":55100516401471,"sku":null,"price":8525.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"700L","offer_id":55100516434239,"sku":null,"price":7693.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"750L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100516663615,"sku":null,"price":4950.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1100L","offer_id":55100516467007,"sku":null,"price":15840.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100516696383,"sku":null,"price":16225.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Green-Ash-Fraxinus-pennsylvanica.jpg?v=1766224352"},{"product_id":"golden-ash-fraxinus-excelsior-aurea","title":"Golden Ash - Fraxinus excelsior ‘Aurea’","description":"\u003cp\u003eGolden Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus excelsior\u003c\/em\u003e 'Aurea') is a fast growing deciduous shade tree reaching about 10m tall and 7m wide. The foliage opens soft yellow green in spring, holds that lift all summer, then turns clear butter yellow in autumn before dropping to let the winter sun back onto the house. For a cool or temperate garden that needs real shade within a few seasons rather than a decade, it is hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal shade, quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 7m canopy covers a lawn or a patio without a fifteen year wait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden foliage all season.\u003c\/strong\u003e The yellow tone shows from spring bud burst, not just for a fortnight in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter sun, summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It shades the house through the hottest months, then drops its leaves when you want the light back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough once established.\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost hardy, wind tolerant and drought tolerant, so it handles exposed blocks and cold inland winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for an avenue.\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright, evenly branched habit makes a matched driveway row look deliberate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade tree on a lawn.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow a clear 8m radius. 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In humid subtropical and tropical gardens the autumn display is muted and unreliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fussy about type provided the site drains. Work compost through the backfill and mulch 75mm deep, kept clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers, then taper off. Established trees rarely need water outside a severe dry, and a complete slow release fertiliser in early spring is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in winter while it is dormant and the structure is visible. Remove crossing limbs early to build a strong framework, and lift the lower branches if you want to mow underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in 300mm and 400mm pots and in 45L and 100L sizes. The 300mm and 400mm plants are young whips with a single leader, and they put on the fastest relative growth once planted. The 45L and 100L trees arrive with a formed trunk and real height for an avenue or an immediate shade line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is deciduous, a tree despatched between late autumn and early spring arrives bare of leaves. That is normal, not a fault. Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/evergreen-vs-deciduous-trees-australia-guide\"\u003eChoosing between evergreen and deciduous trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full deciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eCompare fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eSee more plants with strong autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far from the house should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least 8m, further if space allows. The canopy spreads to about 7m and the surface roots are vigorous, so keep it well clear of paving, pipes and foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it colour up in a warm climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden foliage shows all season regardless, but the clean butter yellow autumn display depends on cold nights. Victoria, Tasmania and the Adelaide Hills get the best of it, while warm coastal gardens see a softer, briefer change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly will it give me shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith water through the first two summers, expect useful shade within four to six years from a 45L tree. 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It reaches about 8m tall and 6m across, and in spring it covers itself in frothy cream flower panicles with a honey scent that draws bees from across the block. In autumn the foliage turns purple then gold before the tree drops its leaves and lets winter sun back into the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScented spring flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Few shade trees flower at all. This one throws creamy plumes across the whole canopy for several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn colour worth having.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves move through purple tones to gold, so the tree earns its place at both ends of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely tough.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, heat, wind and frost tolerant once established, a rare combination in a flowering tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe right size for a real garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 8m it gives proper shade without the scale of a full sized ash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade over a lawn or patio.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single tree throws useful summer shade and then lets the winter sun through, which is exactly what a north facing living area needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow about 6m between trees to match the mature spread. Closer spacing gives a faster tunnel effect but each canopy ends up one sided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting in smaller gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It holds a neat rounded head, so it works as the one tree in a courtyard where a larger species would be a mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Flowering Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, in cool temperate, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens. It is frost hardy and handles dry summer heat, so it suits Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and inland districts. It is not a tree for the wet tropics, where the winter chill it needs for autumn colour never arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerant of most soils including limey ground, provided drainage is reasonable. Dig a wide hole rather than a deep one, work compost through the backfill, and mulch 75mm deep clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak weekly through the first two summers to push roots down. After that it copes with long dry spells. A complete slow release fertiliser each spring is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter while the tree is bare. Remove crossing branches and lift the lower limbs gradually to the clearance you want. Avoid heavy cuts in spring, when the sap is running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown in two advanced sizes, 45L and 100L. A 45L tree is a well formed young standard with a clear trunk and a developing head. The 100L gives you two or three years of head start and needs two people and a trolley to move into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeciduous stock may arrive bare or nearly bare depending on the season, and that is normal rather than a fault. Expect the first season to go into roots, with real height from the second year. Delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deciduous-trees\"\u003eBrowse the full deciduous tree range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-canopy-trees-to-create-shade\"\u003eChoosing the best canopy trees for shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eCompare trees and plants with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/driveway-trees\"\u003eTrees suited to driveways and avenues\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it actually get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 8m tall and 6m wide in an open garden. It stays smaller on poor dry ground, and reaches full size fastest with deep watering through its first few summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the roots a problem near paving or pipes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsh roots are vigorous, so give it at least 4m of clearance from paths, slabs and services. In a tight courtyard, a large pot or a smaller species is the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it colour up in a warm climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn colour depends on cold nights. Expect a strong purple and gold display in cool temperate gardens, and a shorter, more muted turn in mild coastal areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100552806719,"sku":null,"price":353.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500mm","offer_id":55100552839487,"sku":null,"price":610.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":51649459159359,"sku":"QLD","price":313.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":51649459355967,"sku":"QLD","price":660.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Flowering-Ash-Fraxinus-ornus.png?v=1766224559"},{"product_id":"velvet-ash-fraxinus-velutina","title":"Velvet Ash - Fraxinus velutina","description":"\u003cp\u003eVelvet Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus velutina\u003c\/em\u003e) is the shade tree for a hot, exposed block. It grows fast to about 10m tall and 7m wide, with a broad even canopy, and turns clear gold before the leaves drop in autumn. Heat, drought, wind and poor soil are its normal working conditions, which is why it has been an inland street tree for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade in a hurry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing, so a young tree shades a patio or driveway in a few seasons rather than a decade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden autumn colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e The whole canopy turns clean gold before dropping, a real change of season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for hard sites.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, heat and wind tolerant, and comfortable in poor soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer shade, winter sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous, so it shades the house in January and lets the low winter sun through in July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShade trees.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it about 5m clear of the house so the mature canopy has room and the gutters stay clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set trees 8m to 10m apart along a drive and each holds its full width. Tighten to 6m if you want the canopies to meet overhead sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreaks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind tolerant enough for an exposed paddock edge or rural boundary. A staggered double row at 6m to 8m spacing filters wind rather than blocking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Velvet Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, and the more open the better. It suits warm temperate, cool temperate, Mediterranean, arid and semi-arid gardens, and it is frost hardy, so it works in cold inland districts. Humid tropical and subtropical gardens are not its country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Undemanding. It handles poor, alkaline and stony ground, and only objects to soil that stays waterlogged. Break up compacted ground across a wide planting hole, not a deep one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak weekly through the first two summers to drive the roots down, then it looks after itself. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring is enough, and mulch 75mm deep out to the drip line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in winter while it is bare. Remove crossing limbs early and lift the lower branches gradually for a clear trunk, because fast growth left unmanaged leaves tight branch unions that split later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow it in 45L, an advanced tree with a formed trunk and a head of branches, not a whip. It needs proper staking on a windy site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA winter delivery may arrive bare of leaves, which is normal for a deciduous tree, not a fault. Expect it to sit quietly for a season, then move quickly. Plants are delivered Australia wide, delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost, and every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fast-growing-shade-trees\"\u003eCompare fast growing shade trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/best-trees-to-plant-in-farm-paddocks-for-shade\"\u003eChoosing shade trees for paddocks and rural blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-windbreaks\"\u003ePlants for windbreaks and exposed boundaries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/autumn-colour-plants\"\u003eBrowse trees and plants with autumn colour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly will it give shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a 45L tree, expect meaningful shade over a seating area in three to four seasons and a full canopy in about ten years. Growth slows on dry unimproved ground, so the first two summers of watering pay off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow close to the house can I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow about 5m from a wall so the mature canopy is not scraping the roof. At 10m by 7m, give it the room now rather than pruning it back forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it drop a lot of leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, all of them, over a few weeks in autumn. That is the trade for winter sun and golden colour. The leaves are small and break down quickly as mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"45L (Backorder)","offer_id":51649465450815,"sku":"QLD","price":252.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":55100553068863,"sku":null,"price":660.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Velvet-Ash-Fraxinus-velutina.png?v=1766224563"},{"product_id":"evergreen-ash-fraxinus-griffithii","title":"Evergreen Ash - Fraxinus griffithii","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvergreen Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus griffithii\u003c\/em\u003e) is the shade tree for gardens that do not have room for a shade tree. It settles at about 8m tall and 5m wide, holds its leaves all year, and carries a root system well behaved enough to plant near paving, paths and services. Frothy white flower panicles come through the warmer months above glossy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots that stay out of trouble.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-invasive and fibrous, which is why it is used as a street tree and can go closer to paving than most shade trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Being evergreen, the canopy is working in July as well as January, so it screens an overlooking window through winter too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA sensible size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 8m by 5m it gives real shade on a normal suburban block without swallowing the garden or the neighbour's light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal and wind tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Salt tolerant and comfortable in wind, so seaside blocks suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought and heat tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e After the first two summers it needs very little water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall garden shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e One tree over a seating area or a lawn gives usable shade without the root and canopy problems of a bigger species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveways and avenues.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 5m to 6m apart to match the mature spread, so the canopies just touch and the drive keeps its clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single specimen holds a neat rounded head with almost no shaping, and a matched pair frames an entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Evergreen Ash in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun. It suits tropical, subtropical, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and takes light frost only. Cold inland districts and the tablelands are outside its range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable, provided the site drains. Improve the backfill with compost, and on heavy clay plant on a raised mound. Mulch 75mm deep out to the drip line, kept off the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak twice a week through the first two summers, then taper off as it becomes drought tolerant. A complete slow release fertiliser in early spring thickens the canopy while the tree is young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little. Formative pruning in the first few winters sets a single leader and lifts the canopy to head height. After that it holds its own shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown from 140mm packs of 10 and 200mm packs of 6, through single 300mm pots, to 30L, 45L and 90L trees. The packs are the value option for a street planting or a long boundary, and they catch up quickly. From 30L upward you are buying a formed head and immediate height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrees are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Advanced and large stock is freighted at cost. Some leaf drop after transit is normal rather than a fault, and new growth usually appears within four to six weeks in warm weather. Every plant carries our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-canopy-trees-to-create-shade\"\u003eChoosing a canopy tree for shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/non-invasive-root-trees\"\u003eTrees with non-invasive roots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/small-trees-for-urban-gardens\"\u003eSmall trees for urban gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/driveway-trees\"\u003eBrowse driveway and avenue trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow close to the house or driveway can I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloser than most shade trees, because the roots are fibrous and non-invasive. About 3m of clearance still makes sense so the 5m canopy is not growing into the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it really evergreen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn warm gardens, yes, it holds foliage all year. At the cooler end of its range it can thin briefly in late winter before the spring flush, so treat it as near evergreen in cooler districts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in a coastal garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is salt tolerant and wind tolerant, which makes it a reliable street and garden tree in seaside suburbs. Stake young trees for their first two years in an exposed position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it drop much litter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot much. It holds its leaves year round and sheds gradually rather than all at once, which is easier to live with over a driveway than a deciduous tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54140100346175,"sku":null,"price":304.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":54140100378943,"sku":null,"price":200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm (Pack of 3)","offer_id":55100568011071,"sku":null,"price":226.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":54140100313407,"sku":null,"price":158.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm (Backorder)","offer_id":55100567912767,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":55100567879999,"sku":null,"price":412.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30L (Backorder)","offer_id":51652297425215,"sku":"QLD","price":229.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45L","offer_id":51652046782783,"sku":"QLD","price":374.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75L (Backorder)","offer_id":55100567847231,"sku":null,"price":693.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90L (Backorder)","offer_id":51652297621823,"sku":"QLD","price":574.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":55100568043839,"sku":null,"price":536.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":55100567945535,"sku":null,"price":1925.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/Evergreen-Ash-Fraxinus-griffithii.jpg?v=1766224677"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/collections\/Claret-Ash-Fraxinus-angustifolia-Raywood.jpg?v=1790859033","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/collections\/ash-trees.oembed","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}