{"name":"American Ash","scientificName":"Fraxinus americana L.","family":"Oleaceae","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/plants/american-ash","source":"Seeds In A Cup® supplied plant library; not independently peer reviewed","cultivation":{"how_to_grow":"A large, fast-growing native shade tree for sun to shade in moist, well-drained soil of almost any texture or pH; it needs more than 60 ft of space. Before planting, consider emerald ash borer (EAB). NC State says planting new ash is no longer recommended, because EAB typically kills an infested ash within 3-5 years.","kit_methodology":"Follow the directions supplied with your kit and seed packet; they take priority over these general notes."},"products":[{"name":"American Ash Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/products/ash-tree-kit"}]}