Utah Ash
Fraxinus anomala
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
180"–360" H × 120"–240" W
Bloom
Apr, May
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, NM and 3 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
A small to medium-sized deciduous tree that produces clusters of small flowers in spring before leafing out and develops attractive fall color. It is drought-tolerant once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Utah Ash is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The spring blooms attract bees and beetles for pollination. As a native ash species, it provides habitat and food sources for local wildlife throughout the growing season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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