Last month, we began a series on trees that are commonly found in Missouri, beginning with the Black Cherry Tree. This month we will continue and have selected the Green Ash as our featured tree for February. Below are some facts about the Green Ash that we have gathered.
- The Green Ash’s scientific name is Fraxinus pennsylvanica.
- This tree has a fast growth rate and can grow as tall as 80 feet.
- Green Ashes have gray bark, with ridges that are interlaced and form a diamond pattern.
- They usually grow on wet sites, like along streams and around the edges of ponds.
- Wildlife use Green Ashes for food and shelter. Humans use this tree for erosion control and landscaping, among other things.
- Historically, Green Ash wood has been the favored wood for making baseball bats.
Do you have Green Ashes growing on your property?
Image from Tree-pictures.com