Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo Tree)
Ginkgo biloba
Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo Tree)
Ginkgo biloba
- Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as Maidenhair Tree, is a unique and ancient deciduous tree known for its distinctive fan shaped leaves and brilliant fall color. Its foliage is a soft green through the growing season, then turns a striking, uniform golden yellow in fall, often dropping all at once for a dramatic seasonal display.
- This tree has a strong, upright growth habit when young, gradually developing a broader canopy with age. Its clean structure and unusual leaf shape give it a refined, almost architectural presence that works well in both traditional and modern landscapes.
- Ginkgo is prized not only for its beauty but also for its durability. It tolerates a wide range of soil types, urban conditions, and air pollution, making it a reliable choice for street planting, larger landscapes, or as a long term specimen tree.
- It performs best in full sun and prefers well drained soil, though it is quite adaptable once established. Regular watering during establishment will help it develop a strong root system, after which it becomes fairly drought tolerant.
- Ginkgo biloba can grow 40 to 60 feet tall with a spread of 25 to 40 feet over time. It is well suited for USDA zones 4 through 9 and is very cold hardy. The foliage is deciduous.
- It is important to note that female trees can produce fruit that has a strong odor when it drops, so male varieties are typically preferred for landscape use.
- The plant is generally considered non toxic, though the fruit pulp from female trees can be messy and irritating to handle.
- Ginkgo does not typically attract pollinators and is generally deer and rabbit resistant.
- With its one of a kind foliage, brilliant fall color, and exceptional durability, Maidenhair Tree is a timeless choice for adding structure and seasonal interest to the landscape.
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun (6+ Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Foliage:
Deciduous
Form:
Upright Rounded Canopy
Bloom Season:
Non-Blooming
Mature Width:
35-40'
Mature Height:
50+'
Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:
- Properly dig the hole
- Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
- Place the plant and backfill the soil
- Provide ample water for each particular plant
- Review our how to plant guide!
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