Black Ash

Location: Plentiful throughout Minnesota, except in the western half. Most abundant in cold, moist locations and along banks of streams. (Also found in Lake States.)

Fun Facts: Similar to white ash but lighter, softer and weaker; most often nine leaves per stem

Uses: Barrels; furniture; shipping

Full Size: 40-70 feet in height, 1-2 feet in diameter

Age at Maturity: 90 years