Fraxinus ornus

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

Fraxinus ornus works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Fraxinus ornus is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 8m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 4 – 6 meters

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

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

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Fraxinus ornus frost tolerant?

Fraxinus ornus 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 ornus produces large, airy clusters of creamy-white, sweetly fragrant flowers in late spring. These soft, feathery blooms form in abundant panicles above the fresh green foliage, creating a highly ornamental and elegant seasonal display.

Does Fraxinus ornus flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Not Applicable

Flower Type:

• Clustered
• Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

No

Fraxinus ornus is Native to Native to southern Europe and western Asia, where it grows in woodlands and rocky slopes. Widely planted as an ornamental ash valued for its flowers and compact form.

Its fragrant flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the developing samaras provide food for seed-eating birds. The broad, rounded canopy also offers shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, enriching biodiversity in deciduous garden settings.

Fraxinus ornus will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Fraxinus ornus performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or very dry soils unless improved with organic matter to enhance structure and moisture retention. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support healthy growth, flower production and long-term vigour.

Is Fraxinus ornus Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, and once established Fraxinus ornus develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best in temperate climates with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to maintain leaf health and support reliable flowering.