American Elm Tree Seeds (Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’)
American Elm Tree Seeds (Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’)
Tall, true, and timeless.
Fraxinus americana, the American Ash, is a stately native hardwood prized for its straight trunk, graceful canopy, and brilliant golden-purple fall color. Once iconic for baseball bats and eastern forests, it’s now being replanted for shade, restoration, and wildlife value. Durable, fast-growing, and deeply rooted in American landscapes, this tree stands as both heritage and future.
Why Choose American Ash?
- Native to eastern and central North America
- Graceful form with tall canopy and uniform branching
- Brilliant fall color: golden yellow to rich burgundy
- Valued for strong, flexible wood and wildlife habitat
Growing Details
- Botanical Name: Fraxinus americana
- Germination Rate: 71%
- Harvest Year: 2024
- Source Location: Louisiana, USA
- Stratification: 60–90 days cold stratification required
- USDA Zones: 3–9
- Soil: Deep, moist, well-drained preferred; adaptable
- Light: Full sun
- Height: 60–80 ft
- Spread: 40–50 ft
- Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
- Packet Sizes: 5, 10, 25, 40, or 100 seeds
FAQ
Can American Ash be grown from seed?
Yes. With 60–90 days of cold, moist stratification, seedlings establish well when planted in spring.
How fast will it grow?
Expect moderate to fast growth, with strong, straight trunk development and excellent canopy spread.
Is it resistant to emerald ash borer?
While not immune, planting diverse native trees like American Ash supports restoration efforts and helps maintain ecological balance.
Related Tree Seeds
Looking for more native hardwoods? Explore:
Red Maple Tree Seeds (Acer rubrum)
American Elm Tree Seeds (‘Princeton’ Ulmus americana)
Sycamore Tree Seeds (Platanus occidentalis)
Evergreen Seed Co. provides carefully sourced, tested, and packaged seeds with full planting instructions—trusted by growers nationwide.
FAQ
FAQ
Do you pre-stratify the seeds?
Most of our seeds are not pre-stratified. We ship them unstratified so you can control germination timing based on your local growing season. We sell to all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces, and since each region has different planting windows, pre-stratifying would risk seeds germinating in transit or before you're ready to plant.
True stratification requires cold, moist conditions, which can lead to premature sprouting or mold if not timed properly. To avoid this, we store most seeds in dry cold conditions to preserve viability — but this does not initiate stratification.
Do any of your seeds need to stay moist? (Recalcitrant seeds)
Yes — some species we offer are recalcitrant, meaning they must remain moist to stay viable and cannot be dried out. Examples include: Chestnut, Hazelnut, Paw Paw, etc.
These seeds are shipped in moist cold storage and are clearly labeled on the product page when applicable. Please refrigerate immediately upon arrival and follow included care instructions.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the United States and Canada only. Unfortunately, we cannot ship to other countries without a phytosanitary certificate, which is required by most international customs agencies.
If you're interested in shipping outside North America, please contact us. Note that a phytosanitary certificate typically adds $60–$80 USD per seed type and must be arranged in advance.
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & Packaging
Hand-packed in resealable zipper kraft paper seed bags
Stratification and planting instructions included with every order
1 free bonus seed pack included with every order
Ships within 3–5 business days via USPS
Return Policy
Return Policy
Due to the nature of our products, we do not accept returns on seeds.
However, if your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 7 days and we’ll make it right.
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