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Before you pick a species and start planting, be aware that if you live in a region where the emerald ash borer (EAB) is a problem (more on this below), you might not want to plant an ash at all.
Some municipalities and states are requesting that gardeners do not plant new ash trees because the chances that they will just end up as a host to the pest and help it spread is extremely high.
If you really want to be able to grow ash, pick one that isn’t susceptible to EAB.
Note that mountain ashes (Sorbus ameriana and S. aucuparia) are not true ash trees.
They are usually a bit smaller than Fraxinus species and they produce red berries that birds love.
If you want an option that looks similar to ash but won’t succumb to EAB, these are good choices.
If you live in an area that isn’t troubled by EAB or you want to give it a go, here are some excellent options:
American
The American or white ash (F. americana) is highly susceptible to EAB, but if you’re lucky enough to live somewhere where borers aren’t a problem, it’s a gorgeous species.
It grows to about 90 feet tall in the right conditions, but typically stays smaller in home gardens.
This species has even been known to grow up to 120 feet tall, making it the largest of the Fraxinus genus in North America.
It’s so popular that many beautiful cultivars have been produced by breeders.
For example, ‘Autumn Blaze’ has vibrant purple fall foliage and ‘Jeffnor’ is much stronger than the species so it’s less likely to be invaded by EAB.
Black
Before we talk about black ashes (F. nigra), it’s important to note that they are highly susceptible to EAB so not a good option for those in infested areas.
Black ash grows indigenously throughout the cool regions of eastern North America. The trees reach about 65 feet tall with a rounded shape.
The bark is particularly attractive. It’s thick and corky with lots of fissures.
Green
While green ashes (F. pennsylvanica) are highly susceptible to EAB, if you don’t live in an area where the pest is a concern, they make a gorgeous addition to the garden.
This species can grow to a towering 70 feet tall and half as wide in Zones 4 to 9. Found throughout eastern North America, it’s adaptable to a range of growing conditions.
There are many cultivars available. Urbanite® has a pyramidal shape with compact foliage that turns bronze in the fall.
It can reach up to 50 feet tall and 40 feet wide and has exceptionally thick bark.
‘Marshall’ has an oval shape and grows to 50 feet tall and about 40 feet wide.
Since all cultivars are male, you won’t have to worry about messy seeds. In the fall, the foliage changes to a brilliant yellow.
‘Patmore’ is another male cultivar, so it produces no seeds.
Similar to ‘Marshall,’ it has a pyramidal to round shape, but ‘Patmore’ grows just a bit taller and wider, with slightly darker leaves that turn a similar yellow in the fall.
Manchurian (F. mandschurica) has a low susceptibility to EAB, so it’s becoming an increasingly popular ornamental option in North America.
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Originally from eastern Asia, it has smooth bark and grows up to 50 feet tall with a lovely rounded shape.
The fall foliage is particularly noteworthy, turning a bright yellow hue. It does best in cooler regions and won’t do well in hot, humid conditions.
Manna or Flowering
Manna (F. ornus) stands apart from other species because it has large, white, fragrant flowers that look like little clouds hovering around the tree.
With the flowers follow oversized clusters of seeds, so don’t plant this one near a patio.
This species has low susceptibility to EAB and grows to about 50 feet tall with a nice, rounded habit.
Maintenance
Try to avoid pruning your tree, as this leaves it open to invasion by pests or pathogens. That said, if there is a broken, dead, or diseased branch, it should definitely be removed.
When you cut off branches, cut close to the trunk or main branch and avoid leaving a stump behind.
Cut at a slight angle so the bottom of the cut aligns with the branch collar, which is a lump at the base of the branch. The top of the cut should be flush with the trunk or main branch.
Propagation
It’s possible to grow ash trees from cuttings, but this method is extremely difficult and unreliable, and not really worth the time and effort.
They are easy to grow from seed, but the easiest way to get started is to transplant a sapling from the nursery.
From Seed
Seeds from some ash species need a period of cold, known as stratification, and others don’t.
Take a clue from the environment that the species grows in naturally.
If the tree is native to a region with long, cold winters, stratify the seeds by placing them in moist sand in the refrigerator for three months.
Otherwise, soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
Sow a few seeds in a container filled with potting medium. The pot should ideally be one or two gallons in size. We sow multiple seeds in a pot because some won’t germinate.
Place the pot outdoors in full sun. You might want to place mesh or chicken wire over the pot to protect the seeds from marauding birds or squirrels.
Keep the soil moist at all times.
It can take the seeds up to 18 months to germinate. If you don’t see anything growing within two years, it’s likely that the seeds aren’t viable.
After germination, remove smaller seedlings so that there is just one per pot.
When the seedling reaches about six inches tall, transplant it into the ground.
Transplanting
Nursery saplings and seedlings can go into the ground in spring or fall.
Dig a hole the size of the growing container, or just a bit wider than the pot, but the same depth.
Remove the plant from its container and gently tease out the roots so they’ll grow away from the trunk rather than in a circle.
Place the tree in the ground at the same height as it was in the containers. Fill in around it with the soil you removed.
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Today we’re visiting Bonnie’s woodland garden in Jasper, Georgia. From treasured spring ephemerals to an impressive collection of Japanese maples, every season brings new surprises! Bonnie says:
It seems impossible that our garden has been evolving over 12 years now. It is what people call a mature garden and often presents delightful little surprises. There is no master plan but instead a “canvas painted with plants” over the years.
Our garden has a variety of Japanese maples. This is ‘Japanese Princess’ Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Japanese Princess’, Zones 5–9). It is a dwarf variant of ‘Mikawa yatsubusa’ Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa yatsubusa’, Zones 5–9). This photo was taken in mid-March and shows its exquisite spring color.
This combo is one of the delightful surprises from this spring. This yellow epimedium (Epimedium × versicolor ‘Sulphureum’, Zones 5–9) found its way next to the blooming cowslip (Primula veris, Zones 3–8) to make an interesting arrangement.
Trilliums (Trillium cvs.,Zones 5–8) are a real treasure as they can be difficult to establish. I was amazed this spring when this one emerged from a rotting log that had been on the property for well over 20 years. I do not know what species it is but was extremely grateful for the gift from the garden gods.
Crested Iris, (Iris cristata, Zones 3–9) is a lovely harbinger to spring in a shady woodland garden. Like many Irises, its blooms do not last long but the foliage provides a deer resistant ground cover throughout the summer.
‘Moonrise’ full-moon maple (Acer shirasawanum ‘Moonrise’, Zones 5–9) is another variety of Japanese Maples in our garden. The spring foliage is stunning, orange-red maturing to chartreuse in the summer. This spring it was in full color as the azaleas native to the property behind it were blooming.
Like many gardeners, I find it difficult to pass by the spring bulb section at Costco without buying something. One year a package of ‘Bartzella’ peony tubers (Paeonia ‘Bartzella’, Zones 3–8) was marked as clearance, so I thought what the heck. And bought it. After waiting three years, this was the year the plants finally bloomed. They did not disappoint. To be a good gardener one must have a lot of patience! ‘Bartzella’ is an intersectional hybrid peony prized for its massive, 6–9-inch, bright yellow, lightly fragrant blooms and robust stems that stay upright without staking.
Calla Lilies (Zantedeschia cvs., Zones 8–10) are known not only for their exotic blooms but also the beautiful foliage that can last throughout the summer. In zones 8-10 the tubers can be left in the ground over winter which is what I do.
‘Jeana’ garden phlox (Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’, Zones 4–8) is a butterfly magnet. It blooms from July to September and has exceptional resistance to powdery mildew. It should be noted the plants can grow to four feet tall and may require support.
A recent acquisition is ‘Kawaii’ full-moon maple (Acer shirasawanum ‘Kawaii’, Zones 5–9). This is a dwarf tree that only grows one to two feet tall and wide. The coloring of the leaves even in summer is exquisite. Its name means “cute” in Japanese.
And of course, last but not least, Cody my gardening companion and the guardian of the garden enjoying the sunshine.
Thank you, Bonnie, for sharing the plants and surprises that have shaped your woodland garden over the past 12 years—and for introducing us to Cody!
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Outdoors these succulents will tolerate very bright sunlight as well as part shade – and as houseplants they will need at least four hours of direct sunlight per day.
However, be sure to move to brighter light more gradually, since their leaves can be scorched if placed in full sun without a gentle transition.
When growing gasteraloes indoors, if you don’t have enough direct sunshine from a window, you can consider supplementing with a grow light.
Soil
Like most succulents, gasteraloes need soil with excellent drainage and a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Be sure to choose a cactus and succulent soil that is gritty and contains ingredients like pumice, or sand.
These plants only need to be fertilized once a year in spring.
Be sure to use a gentle fertilizer formulated for succulents, such as Dr. Earth’s Succulence Plant Food, and apply it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Maintenance
As I mentioned, gasteraloes don’t require much upkeep. Just a few quick tasks now and then will keep your plant looking its best and help you avoid pest problems down the road.
If your plant blooms, go ahead and snip off the flower spike once the blooms fade.
And don’t worry about the lower leaves drying out and dropping off, that’s totally normal. Just pull them off when you notice them.
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Do water shortages have you (and your garden) stressed? This episode is all about the toughest, thirst-averse plants out there—and how to build a landscape that thrives even when the rain is nowhere in sight.
On this episode, we have two expert guests from two very different climates: one in the Mid-Atlantic and one from the Southwest. Each of them will share the plants that they turn to when the conditions are dry, and watering every day is out of the question.
Tune in for practical tips, whether you’re tackling one bed or your entire garden!
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