Quick answer: Green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) is native to 43 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Medium water, Dry-Wet |
| Soil | Moist, fertile, sandy to loamy soils, neutral pH |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-Jun |
| Height | 50-75 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Cover, nesting site, birds eat fruit, larval host for Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Orange Sulphur, and Mourning Cloak |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Green ash
Where is Green ash native?
Green ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) is native to 43 states across the Northeast, Midwest, South and West. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Green ash bloom?
Green ash blooms Apr-Jun. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Green ash need?
Light: Sun, Part Shade, Shade. Water: Medium water, Dry-Wet. Soil: Moist, fertile, sandy to loamy soils, neutral pH. Mature height: 50-75 ft tall.
Is Green ash good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Cover, nesting site, birds eat fruit, larval host for Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Orange Sulphur, and Mourning Cloak.
Is Green ash deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Green ash is drought-tolerant, tolerates shade and handles wet soil.
Where can I buy real Green ash seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 15 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Fraxinus pennsylvanica on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Green ash.
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