Fraxinus excelsior ‘Aurea’ (Golden Ash)

Fraxinus excelsior ‘Aurea’ is a striking deciduous tree admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage that lights up the landscape from spring through autumn. It delivers bold seasonal colour, excellent shade, and a refined presence in spacious gardens and parklands.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Golden Ash

✔ Golden foliage display - New growth emerges vivid yellow before softening to golden green.
✔ Excellent shade tree - Forms a broad canopy that provides cooling summer shade.
✔ Strong upright habit - Develops a balanced, well-structured form over time.
✔ Seasonal interest - Offers vibrant spring colour and warm autumn tones.
✔ Hardy and reliable - Performs well in a wide range of soils and conditions.

🏡 How to Use Golden Ash in Your Garden

✅ Feature tree - Creates a bright focal point with standout foliage colour.
✅ Large shade tree - Ideal for lawns, paddocks, and open garden spaces.
✅ Avenue or driveway planting - Produces striking rows of golden foliage.
✅ Park and estate landscapes - Perfect for expansive, traditional settings.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Space 6 to 8 metres apart to allow full canopy development. Wider spacing highlights its form, and planting multiple trees creates impressive avenues and shaded areas.

• Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.

• Mulching & Fertilising: This tree thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.

❔ FAQs About Golden Ash

How tall does Fraxinus excelsior ‘Aurea’ grow?
It typically reaches 15 to 20 metres in height with a broad, spreading canopy.

Does Golden Ash keep its colour all year?
The foliage is brightest in spring and early summer, maturing to golden green later in the season.

Is it suitable for residential gardens?
It is best suited to medium to large gardens due to its mature size.

Does it lose its leaves in winter?
Yes, it is deciduous, allowing winter sunlight through after leaf drop.

Is it suitable for Australian gardens?
Yes, it performs best in cooler and temperate regions with adequate moisture.

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