Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii'

• Street Tree
• Feature Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Shade Tree

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 8 – 12 meters

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate-fast).

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate-fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' frost tolerant?

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Fraxinus angustifolia ‘Raywoodii’ produces small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring. These modest blooms form in loose clusters and contribute quietly to the tree’s life cycle without creating a notable ornamental display.

Does Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Purple

No

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' is Native to A selected form of Fraxinus angustifolia, native to southern Europe. ‘Raywoodii’ was discovered in South Australia and is now one of the most widely planted ornamental ashes for its autumn display.

Its winged seeds (samaras) provide food for birds and small mammals, while the broad, rounded canopy offers shelter and nesting habitat for small birds. The textured bark and leaf litter also support insects and microfauna, enhancing biodiversity in deciduous and woodland-style gardens.

Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Fraxinus angustifolia ‘Raywoodii’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter to increase aeration and structure. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong growth, stable branching and its signature claret-red autumn foliage.

Is Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywoodii' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, and once established the Claret Ash develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs well in warm, dry climates with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to support canopy health and vibrant autumn colour.