Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron'

• Shade Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Feature Tree
• Rural Property Planting
• Street Tree

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' works in an:

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

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 8 – 12 meters

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' is expected to grow 40 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' frost tolerant?

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' 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 pennsylvanica ‘Cimmaron’ produces small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring. These modest blooms sit along the branchlets and play a quiet role in the tree’s seasonal cycle, with the ornamental focus placed instead on its lush summer canopy and brilliant autumn colour.

Does Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Purple

No

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' is Native to Native to North America, where Fraxinus pennsylvanica grows along river plains and moist lowlands. ‘Cimmaron’ is a selected cultivar bred for its uniform shape, pest resistance, and extended autumn colour.

Its winged samaras provide food for seed-eating birds, while the broad, rounded canopy offers nesting, shade and shelter for small birds. The textured bark and deciduous leaf litter support insects and microfauna, enhancing biodiversity in woodland and large-garden plantings.

Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Fraxinus pennsylvanica ‘Cimmaron’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in compacted clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter to enhance structure and aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong branching, reliable vigour and its standout red-orange autumn display.

Is Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmaron' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, and once established ‘Cimmaron’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs reliably in warm, dry and exposed conditions with deep, occasional watering during extended dry spells to maintain canopy density and vibrant autumn foliage.