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  Green Ash  
Common Name: Green Ash
Latin Name: Fraxinus pennsylvanica
Tree Size: Large
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Rapid
Water Needs: Moderate
Tolerances: Salty soil or sea-spray, drought, poorly drained sites
Attributes: Texas native, reliable fall color
Features: Fall color is usually yellow.
Comments: Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions. Needs pruning to develop strong branch structure.
Problems: Susceptible to ice damage. Can develop large surface roots.
Firewise: Yes
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