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Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba
Zones: 3 - 8


The Ginkgo Biloba Grows in zones 3 - 8
  • Features simple, fan-shaped bright green leaves that are 2–3" long and just as wide
  • Provides attractive yellow fall color
  • Works well as a street tree, even in confined spaces
  • Transplants easily and establishes without difficulty
  • Yields naked seeds that are tan in color and plum-like in shape (some complain of the mess and odor associated with the fruit of the female tree and recommend planting only male specimens)
  • Can live as long as 3,000 years
  • Grows in a pyramidal shape
  • Tolerates heat, air pollution and soil salt
  • May grow slowly for several years after planting

Tree Details

Shape

Oval, Pyramidal

Scientific Name

Ginkgo biloba

Mature Spread

25-35'

Mature Height

25-50'

Growth Speed

Moderate

Highlights

Hailed as “undoubtedly one of the most distinct and beautiful of all deciduous trees,” the ginkgo certainly stands out. Unique, fan-shaped leaves turn a stunning yellow color in the fall. It can tolerate many urban conditions including heat, air pollution, salt, and confined spaces. And it establishes easily.

 

This tree also comes with a bit of history. It is a living fossil, with the earliest leaf fossils date from 270 million years ago.

Sun Preference

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil Preference

Moist, Well Drained, Loamy, Rich

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