Manna Ash

Manna Ash (Fraxinus ornus) — a decorative medium-sized tree, often reaching heights of 10-15 meters. This species is well-known for its beautiful panicle-like creamy-white inflorescences, which emit a pleasant fragrance, especially noticeable during the flowering season. The natural range of the Manna Ash includes Southern Europe and Western Asia, where it thrives on sunny slopes and in dry woodlands, demonstrating high tolerance to drought and heat. Due to its aesthetic appeal, the Manna Ash is widely used in park landscaping, alleys, and as an ornamental tree in urban areas. In regions with a favorable climate, it can bloom abundantly, attracting pollinators and providing visual enjoyment for gardeners.

On the Balkan Peninsula, the Manna Ash typically blooms in May, with a flowering period of about three weeks. Its flowers produce a sweet aroma that attracts bees thanks to the abundance of nectar and pollen, making it a valuable honey plant.

In traditional medicine, Manna Ash leaves are known for their use in aiding digestion and cleansing the body. Its sap, often called "manna," has been harvested historically for its mildly laxative properties and is occasionally used as a natural sweetener.

On our website, you can purchase Manna Ash seedlings with both bare root and protected root systems, ideal for planting in parks, gardens, or for use as an ornamental tree.