Fraxinus americana 'Rosehill'

Rose Hill Seedless White Ash

Fraxinus americana ‘Rosehill’ — commonly called Rosehill White Ash — is a fast-growing, deciduous tree valued for its uniform structure, strong central leader, and reliable fall color. It forms a broad, upright oval canopy with well-spaced branches, making it an excellent shade and street tree. The compound leaves emerge dark green, maintain a clean summer appearance, and turn shades of orange-red to deep red in fall, often with good consistency.

Mature Size:
Width: 40–50 ft
Height: 50–60 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; adaptable to a wide range of soil types
Water: Moderate; tolerates some drought once established

Wildlife: Provides habitat and seeds for birds and wildlife

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Upright oval canopy with a strong central leader
Attractive red to orange fall color
Fast-growing shade tree with good structure
Excellent for streets, parks, and large landscapes
Provides dense summer shade

Maintenance:
Prune when young to develop strong structure
Monitor for pests, especially emerald ash borer
Water regularly during establishment

Plant type

Deciduous Tree

Height

50-60'

Width

40-50'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Bronze, Dark Red, Pink, Yellow

Soil

Acidic, Average, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Provide Shade, Specimen

Shape

Oval/Rounded, Upright

Bark

Fissured

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes