Modesto Ash
Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Modesto Ash highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Mature Height
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 6-9
Compact, Seedless Male Modesto Ash Tree
- Grafted Male Selection of Native Tree
- Seedless
- Fast-Growing
- Narrow Canopy
- Wonderful Shade or Street Tree
- Green Leaves Feature Velvety Undersides
- Spectacular Yellow Fall Color
- Highly Textured Bark for Winter Interest
- Can Be Grown in Partial Shade
- Grows in Alkaline Soils
- Listed as Fire Resistant
- Easy Care
Small lots need modern trees that won’t take up too much room. If you need super-fast shade, but must have a “right-sized” tree, choose the compact Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto').
This grafted male selection stays a bit shorter than its cousins, Fan Tex and Arizona Ash. Rather than rounded, the canopy stays narrow. And because it’s male, there are no messy seeds (or seedlings) to worry about!
This deciduous tree features pretty, compound leaves that range from bright lime to dark green. Each small leaflet has a fuzzy texture on the bottom side.
They’ll look great all season and cast a wonderful shade for you and your family and friends at your barbeques and swimming parties.
Just wait until the fall color develops! The Modesto Ash delivers an excellent display of golden-yellow that lasts a long time.
Modesto Ash is a wonderful shade tree for the hot, arid climates and high pH soil found in the Southwest and California. It is a clean shade tree that is easy to grow and love. Order yours today!
How to Use Modesto Ash in the Landscape
Save on your energy bills with these trees planted on the south or west side of your property. Use one as a specimen or plan out an impressive landscape feature using 3, 5 or 7 of them.
Try mixing them with Fan Tex Ash in an effective grouping. Plant the Modesto to the east of the Fan Tex, as it tolerates partial shade.
These trees work well to beautifully delineate your property line. Plant them along your street, driveway or fence line.
If you want the canopies to grow together and touch, space them 15 feet apart on center. You’ll measure from the trunk of one to the trunk of the next.
As with all Ash trees, allow at least 20 feet from any structures or poured concrete. Don’t select Modesto Ash for use in front of windows. Fan Tex Ash is better able to handle reflective heat.
#ProPlantTips for Care
Plant Modesto Ash in either full sun or partial shade conditions. It needs at least 4 hours of direct sunlight a day.
This variety is perfectly suited to high-pH alkaline soils. It can withstand tough levels of electrical conductivity, where the salinity of the soil is high. It is adaptable to many types of soil, including clay, loam, and sand, as long as they are well-drained.
Protect your investment with careful watering during the first season. Once it is established in your soil, it has a moderate tolerance for drought. Give it a deep drink when it turns really hot out.
Apply mulch to help the root system stay cool. Spread a three-inch thick layer out three feet from the canopy. Mulch should not touch the trunk, so pull it away from the tree by several inches.
Prune Modest Ash to correct form or remove branches in late winter. Fertilize with an organic, slow-release formula. Follow the directions and application rate on the package.
You’ll love how fast the compact Modesto Ash grows to provide an attractive feature in your landscape. Order yours today at NatureHills.com!
