{"product_id":"green-ash-seeds-fraxinus-pennsylvanica-100","title":"100 Green Ash Seeds (Fraxinus pennsylvanica)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGreen Ash Seeds (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e): Seed Biology, Propagation, and Emerald Ash Borer Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green ash is a North American deciduous tree in the olive family (Oleaceae), historically used along waterways, in shade plantings and in restoration settings. It produces winged fruits called samaras. Seed propagation usually involves dormancy-breaking moisture and temperature treatments, but the correct protocol varies with seed source. \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e NC State Extension specifically advises against planting new green ash trees because emerald ash borer can kill infested ash trees. Consult your local Extension service before choosing this species for a landscape or restoration project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this listing sells:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planting seeds, not a sapling or established tree. The current title says \u003cstrong\u003e100 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e, while older records mention 20 or 200 seeds. Those counts have not been reconciled against the physical packet. The seed lot's provenance, age, germination percentage and treatment history are also unverified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/em\u003e Marshall; Oleaceae; green ash, sometimes called red ash or water ash.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHabit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge, deciduous, broadleaf tree; normally forms an extensive crown and needs substantial space.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHabitat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloodplains, bottomlands, riparian forests and other moist sites across much of central and eastern North America.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light shade for established trees; young seedlings can establish under partial canopy in moist conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSoil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist, reasonably draining loam or clay; species tolerates periodic wet conditions but seed trays should still have drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSDA hardiness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNC State lists zones 3a–9b for the species; local pest pressure remains decisive for planting choices.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeed structure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinged samara. Seed maturity, collection provenance and storage can affect dormancy and germination.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeed treatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS Forest Service and USDA NRCS document cold-moist stratification; northern-origin lots can require warm-plus-cold phases.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary risk\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive wood-boring insect that causes severe mortality. New landscape planting is discouraged by NC State.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePacket quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitle: 100; old records: 20 or 200. Physical warehouse count pending.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Plant: Emerald Ash Borer Changes the Decision\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen ash was widely planted for shade and its tolerance of difficult sites. Emerald ash borer (\u003cem\u003eAgrilus planipennis\u003c\/em\u003e) has changed those recommendations. NC State Extension reports that affected ash trees can be killed within a few years after infestation and \u003cstrong\u003eno longer recommends new green ash plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e. This warning should be considered before purchasing, sowing or moving ash plants into any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor restoration, seed conservation or academic projects, work with a local forestry agency, extension specialist or project supervisor on appropriate provenance, EAB monitoring and site management. Where the objective is simply long-lived backyard shade, a locally appropriate alternative species may be a more durable choice. “Native to North America” does not remove susceptibility to introduced pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Green Ash Seed Dormancy Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemale green ash trees produce winged samaras, which are dispersed primarily by wind and sometimes water. The US Forest Service describes physiological and seed-coat factors that can delay germination. Freshly dispersed seeds may germinate after the following winter; others remain dormant longer. USDA NRCS guidance notes that northern-source green ash can respond to a warm period followed by a cold period, while some southern-source lots need only cold-moist treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome forestry protocols describe cold-moist treatment around 2–4°C (35–40°F) for approximately 90–120 days. This is \u003cstrong\u003especies-level, provenance-dependent guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a guarantee or automatically correct prescription for the packet on sale. If the supplier already treated the seeds, repeating a regimen may be unnecessary. Obtain lot-specific instructions before deciding on pretreatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEight Steps for a Controlled Seed-Growing Project\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck if planting is appropriate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult state forestry or Extension advice about emerald ash borer, local planting recommendations and project objectives. Avoid creating new susceptible landscape trees without considering these risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerify the physical seeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect packet count, botanical label, storage condition and any evidence of pretreatment. The title and legacy pack-count records conflict. Seed lot origin can materially change the right dormancy protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspect samaras and prepare a record.\u003c\/strong\u003e Note whether fruits are intact and free of obvious damage. Record sowing date, lot origin if known, storage history and any visible injury. Older or immature seeds can behave differently from well-stored mature samaras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan dormancy treatment with a qualified source.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare supplier instructions with US Forest Service or USDA NRCS research. Where cold-moist stratification is indicated, place labeled seed in clean, lightly moist medium under recommended refrigerated conditions. Avoid standing water and inspect periodically for mold. Some lots require a prior warm-moist stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse clean, draining growing media.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill deep-enough nursery cells or pots with free-draining propagation mix and label them accurately. Follow forestry nursery guidance for covering samaras; avoid burying too deeply or leaving seed exposed to drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvide appropriate moisture and light.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the medium evenly moist, not saturated. Protect small germinants from severe sun and temperature swings, and ensure airflow. Do not promise a fixed emergence window or percentage for untested stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot on without damaging roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Move sturdy seedlings into larger containers as roots develop. Give seedlings outdoor acclimation gradually, and avoid root binding or planting into compacted, permanently saturated soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReassess long-term use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Before any permanent planting, review emerald ash borer pressure and local management recommendations again. For research or conservation, document plant numbers, survival, location, provenance and any pest observations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSite Selection and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established green ash performs in full sun to light shade. US Forest Service studies report that moist, partially shaded microsites can favor seedling establishment. A hot, dry nursery tray needs more attention than a mature tree in a floodplain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep nursery root zones moist with good oxygen exchange. Do not let containers sit in stagnant water; free drainage matters during establishment even though mature ash can tolerate occasional flooding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a tree, not a small patio herb. Consider overhead utilities, roads, buildings, root space and future mature canopy. Emerald ash borer risk can make investment in a new specimen impractical even where climate and soils would support growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local tree-health guidance. Inspect any existing ash trees for canopy thinning, branch dieback, bark damage and other pest indicators, and consult a qualified arborist for identification and management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eObservation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePossible explanation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNext check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds stay dormant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnbroken dormancy, seed provenance, storage condition or inadequate stratification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck original lot history; review USDA\/USFS protocols; avoid promising a universal number of weeks.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMold develops during pretreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcess moisture, contaminated medium or poor sanitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse clean materials; remove visibly spoiled seed; maintain moisture without free water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeedlings collapse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDamping-off or oxygen-poor wet medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprove airflow, sanitation and drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth stops after transplanting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot damage, drought stress or unsuitable temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInspect root health, acclimation and soil moisture.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEstablished tree develops rapid dieback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotential insect or other health issue, including EAB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek a local qualified arborist or Extension diagnosis promptly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePacket count differs from title\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLegacy product data conflicting with current title\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequest verification of the actual packed lot; do not infer quantity from unrelated images.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs green ash a good shade tree to plant today?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNC State Extension no longer recommends new plantings due to emerald ash borer. Ask local forestry experts about better tree choices for your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo green ash seeds need stratification?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeed dormancy is documented. Cold-moist stratification is commonly used, sometimes preceded by a warm phase depending on provenance. The right treatment for this stock is unknown until seed-source and treatment records are checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many seeds are included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current title states 100. Older records mention 20 and 200; the physical packet must be verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre germination results guaranteed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo lot-specific germination percentage, viability test or fixed timetable has been established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I grow green ash in a pot?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNursery pots are useful for seed establishment and research, but this species grows into a large tree. Long-term outdoor planting remains discouraged where emerald ash borer threatens survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre the seeds edible or suitable for tea?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This commercial product is intended solely for planting. No food, herbal or medicinal use is represented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSources and Limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/fraxinus-pennsylvanica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNC State Extension: Fraxinus pennsylvanica\u003c\/a\u003e — botanical traits, growing conditions and the warning against new ash plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/research.fs.usda.gov\/feis\/species-reviews\/frapen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUS Forest Service Fire Effects Information System: Green Ash\u003c\/a\u003e — regeneration, seed ecology, dormancy and seedling establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.srs.fs.usda.gov\/pubs\/misc\/ag_654\/volume_2\/fraxinus\/pennsylvanica.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUS Forest Service Silvics of North America: Green Ash\u003c\/a\u003e — samara development, storage and stratification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nrcs.usda.gov\/plantmaterials\/etpmcpg11869.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUSDA NRCS Green Ash Plant Guide\u003c\/a\u003e — seed production and the variation in warm and cold pretreatment by provenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/naturalresources.extension.iastate.edu\/forestry\/iowa_trees\/trees\/green_ash.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eIowa State Extension: Green Ash\u003c\/a\u003e — regional species information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e These sources describe the species and documented treatments, not the exact provenance, viability, seed age, conditioning, certifications or packet count of the commercial lot. Those unresolved details require physical warehouse or supplier verification.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seeds Small envelope ( $2 shipping charge customer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46938639663422,"sku":"VL-TFIH-O5R5","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0154\/3713\/5926\/files\/fraxinus-genus-flowering-trees-586.webp?v=1719488074","url":"https:\/\/therike.com\/products\/green-ash-seeds-fraxinus-pennsylvanica-100","provider":"The Rike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}