Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard
Modesto Ash (Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto') - 15 Gallon Standard

Modesto Ash Tree

Fraxinus velutina ‘Modesto’

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PlantClearance.com delivers using our own private nursery box trucks to ensure careful handling, secure loading, and reliable scheduling from our growing grounds directly to your location.

All deliveries are completed by our trained team — we do not outsource plant transport.

🌴 Southern California Delivery

We proudly deliver throughout:

Los Angeles • Orange • Ventura • Riverside • San Bernardino • San Diego

Estimated delivery timeframe: 2–7 business days

Orders $100–$598: $69 Local Delivery

Orders $599+: FREE Local Delivery

🌵 Northern California, Nevada and Arizona Delivery

We also service Northern California, Las Vegas Nevada (Not Northern Nevada), and Arizona through our scheduled regional truck routes

Estimated delivery timeframe: 2–10 business days

Minimum Order: $500

Delivery pricing is calculated at checkout based on order size and reserved truck capacity.

Routes are dispatched once truck capacity is filled and confirmed.

📞 Delivery Questions or Special Scheduling

For route scheduling, large project coordination, or special delivery requests, please contact our sales team before placing your order.

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Description

Modesto Ash is a fast-growing, deciduous shade tree valued for its broad canopy, attractive form, and dependable performance in warm climates. Its lush green foliage creates excellent summer shade, while fall brings soft yellow tones before leaf drop. Commonly used in parks, streetscapes, and large residential landscapes, Modesto Ash develops a strong trunk and wide-spreading branches that provide cooling relief and visual balance. Highly adaptable and tolerant of heat, drought, and urban conditions, this tree is a reliable choice for large open spaces.


Choose a full sun location with well-draining soil and ample space for mature growth. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in its container. Backfill gently, firm the soil, and water thoroughly. Keep soil evenly moist during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Mulch around the base to retain moisture, keeping it away from the trunk.


Modesto Ash thrives in full sun and adapts to a wide range of soil types. Water regularly during establishment, then deeply but less frequently once established, as it is drought-tolerant. Fertilization is minimal and usually unnecessary. Prune during dormancy to maintain structure and remove weak or crossing branches. This tree is heat-tolerant, wind-resistant, and low-maintenance once established.

Ideal for homeowners, landscapers, and property managers looking to improve their landscape with healthy, professionally grown plants. Perfect for creating privacy, shade, color, and structure while enhancing curb appeal and outdoor living spaces.

1. How often should I water Modesto Ash?

Water regularly during the first year. Once established, deep watering every 2–3 weeks is sufficient in dry conditions.

2. How fast does Modesto Ash grow?

It is a fast-growing tree, often adding several feet per year when young.

3. How large does Modesto Ash grow?

It typically reaches 40–50 feet tall and 40–50 feet wide.

4. Is Modesto Ash suitable as a shade tree?

Yes, it is an excellent shade tree for large landscapes and streetscapes.

  • At Plant Clearance, we specialize in delivering the highest quality plants grown specifically for California's unique climate and conditions.
  • Our plants are hand-selected by our team of experts to ensure that only the best plants are procured for our customers.
  • We monitor each plant from the moment it's selected until the moment it arrives at your location to ensure that it arrives in the best possible condition.
  • Grower-direct pricing with significant savings compared to retail nurseries
  • Healthy, container-grown plants ready for landscape installation
  • Carefully handled and delivered by our own nursery trucks
  • Trusted by homeowners, landscapers, and contractors across the region
FLOWER SEASON Spring (Inconspicuous)
FLOWER TYPE Small, greenish flowers
SEASONALITY Deciduous
MATURE HEIGHT 40–50 ft.
MATURE WIDTH 40–50 ft.
SUN EXPOSURE Full Sun
WATERING Low to Moderate
GROWS WELL IN ZONES 7, 8, 9

What to Expect on Delivery

Your order from PlantClearance is more than just plants — it’s a carefully prepared experience from our nursery to your landscape.

  • Premium Quality: Each plant is hand-selected by our nursery team for its health, size, and beauty — ready to thrive in your garden.
  • Professionally Prepared: Before delivery, plants are cleaned, pruned, and inspected to ensure strong roots and vibrant growth.
  • Delivered With Care: We don’t ship in boxes — your plants are personally delivered on our own box trucks, standing upright and secured for a safe, damage-free trip straight to your home or job site.
  • Helpful Guidance: Every order includes a thank-you card and QR code linking to detailed care tips and planting instructions.

At PlantClearance, we handle every plant with the same care we give in our nursery — so it arrives fresh, full, and ready to thrive the moment it’s delivered.

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