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Fraxinus griffithii

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8m to 12m (approx.)

Mature Width: 4m to 6m

Fraxinus griffithii is expected to grow 30cm to 50cm per year (moderate).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Fraxinus griffithii

Fraxinus griffithii, sold as Evergreen Ash and also known as Himalayan Ash, is a small to medium tree with an upright trunk and a broad, open canopy. The pinnate leaves are glossy dark green and held through most of the year. Sprays of small creamy white flowers cover the crown in spring, which is the feature it is grown for.

Full sun to light shade suits it, in any soil with reasonable drainage. It performs best in warm temperate, subtropical and coastal areas, where the foliage stays on the tree year round. In cold inland districts it thins or sheds briefly, and young trees need shelter from hard frost. Growth is moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year.

A mature size of 6 to 8 metres tall by 4 to 6 metres wide puts it within reach of ordinary suburban blocks, courtyards, car parks and narrow street reserves where a larger ash would not fit. Planted 3 to 4 metres apart it forms an even avenue. You get shade and flower without the tree outgrowing the site.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Evergreen Ash

What is Fraxinus griffithii?

Fraxinus griffithii is a compact ash from southern Asia, sold in Australia as Evergreen Ash and sometimes as Himalayan Ash. It has glossy pinnate foliage, an upright trunk and a broad, layered canopy, and it flowers heavily in creamy white during spring. It is grown as a smaller scale shade and street tree in warmer parts of the country.

Is Evergreen Ash really evergreen?

In warm temperate, subtropical and coastal gardens it holds its foliage year round and behaves as an evergreen. In cooler inland districts it is better described as semi deciduous: the canopy thins over winter and the tree may drop most of its leaves for a short period before new growth returns in spring. The colder the site, the more leaf it sheds.

How big does Evergreen Ash grow?

Expect 6 to 8 metres in height with a canopy 4 to 6 metres wide. That is roughly half the size of the deciduous ashes, which is the main reason it gets specified on suburban blocks and in constrained street reserves. The trunk lifts well, so usable space underneath is easy to maintain as the tree matures.

When does Evergreen Ash flower?

Flowering is in spring, generally September through November, when panicles of small creamy white flowers cover the outer canopy. The display lasts several weeks and is followed by winged seed. Flowering is heaviest on trees in full sun with a warm aspect, and lighter on young or heavily shaded specimens. Autumn colour is not a feature of this species.

Where does Evergreen Ash grow best in Australia?

It is at its best along the warm temperate and subtropical east coast, from Sydney north through the Northern Rivers to south east Queensland, and it also performs well in Perth and coastal South Australia. It handles coastal wind and moderate salt exposure. In cold tableland and alpine districts it is less reliable and young trees need frost protection.

How far apart should I plant Evergreen Ash for an avenue?

Plant 3 to 4 metres apart for an even avenue or a row along a driveway. That spacing lets the canopies meet within a few seasons while each tree still develops a proper trunk. As a single feature tree, allow 3 to 4 metres of clear ground on each side so the full form can spread without being cut back.

How do I care for Evergreen Ash?

Water deeply through the first two summers, then it manages on rainfall in most coastal areas. Feed with a general fertiliser in early spring. Prune after flowering to lift the lower branches and thin any crowded growth, and keep pruning light rather than hard. It is not prone to serious pests here, so most maintenance is mulching and formative shaping.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
Driveway Border
Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Fraxinus griffithii works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Fraxinus griffithii Evergreen or Deciduous?

Fraxinus griffithii is an Semi Deciduous Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8m to 12m (approx.)

Mature Width: 4m to 6m

Fraxinus griffithii is expected to grow 30cm to 50cm per year (moderate).

Growth Rate of Fraxinus griffithii

Fraxinus griffithii is expected to grow 30cm to 50cm per year (moderate).

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Fraxinus griffithii

Is Fraxinus griffithii frost tolerant?

Fraxinus griffithii is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Fraxinus griffithii Flower?

Fraxinus griffithii produces large, airy clusters of creamy-white flowers in spring. These showy, lightly fragrant panicles sit above the canopy and create a soft, elegant display that contrasts beautifully with the glossy evergreen foliage.

Does Fraxinus griffithii flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered
Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

Is Fraxinus griffithii an Australian Native Tree?

No

Fraxinus griffithii is Native to South-east Asia, from India and Sri Lanka through southern China and into the Philippines, where it grows in subtropical and tropical forests.

What is the Wildlife Value of Fraxinus griffithii ?

Its fragrant spring flowers attract bees, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense evergreen canopy provides shelter and nesting habitat for small birds. The winged seed clusters also support insects and seed-eaters, enriching biodiversity in subtropical and urban gardens.

How much Sunlight does Fraxinus griffithii need?

Fraxinus griffithii will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Fraxinus griffithii performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained soil unless improved with organic matter and coarse material for better aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support consistent evergreen growth, strong flowering and steady drought resilience.

Is Fraxinus griffithii Drought Tolerant?

Is Fraxinus griffithii Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Fraxinus griffithii develops good drought tolerance. It performs reliably in warm, dry and coastal conditions and maintains its lush evergreen canopy with deep, occasional watering during extended dry spells.

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How To Plant Your Fraxinus griffithii

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Fraxinus griffithii

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Fraxinus griffithii is expected to grow 30cm to 50cm per year (moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Fraxinus griffithii

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Fraxinus griffithii in Different Soil

Fraxinus griffithii performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

What makes Fraxinus griffithii a popular choice for urban settings? Its compact growth habit combined with adaptability to various soil types and tolerance to urban pollution makes it ideal for city plantings.
How frequently does it need to be watered during summer? While younger trees need regular watering, established Fraxinus griffithii can cope with occasional watering during warmer months.