Trees

Fan-Tex Ash

Fraxinus velutina ‘Fan-Tex’

$150.00

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Sun: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Mature Height: 30–40 ft
Mature Width: 25–35 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to -20°F
Pollinator Friendly: No
Las Cruces Suitability: Good With Regular Water

Why We Recommend It

The Fan-Tex Ash grows rapidly, providing quick shade which is highly valued in Las Cruces' sunny climate. It tolerates a range of soil conditions and heat.

Plant details are general guidance — ask our staff about your yard's conditions.

Best For

Shade
Front Yards
Windbreaks
Accents

Full Sun
Moderate Water
30–40 ft

Botanical Name: Fraxinus velutina ‘Fan-Tex’
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Mature Size: 30–40 feet tall and 25–35 feet wide
Flower Color: Small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers
Bloom Time: Spring
Foliage: Compound, medium-green leaves with 5–7 leaflets; deciduous, typically turning yellow in fall
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established but performs best with supplemental irrigation
Soil: Well-draining, sandy, loamy, or rocky soil; adaptable to alkaline soils
Wildlife: Provides shelter and nesting habitat for birds; seeds can provide food for wildlife
Special Attributes: Fast-growing, heat tolerant, and well adapted to Southwestern landscapes. Provides excellent shade with a broad, rounded canopy and is useful for large yards, streetscapes, parks, and shade plantings.
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 7–10