Ginkgo biloba
Gingko, Maidenhair tree
- Height × spread
- 3m – 28m × 1m – 9m
- Position
- Full sun
Availability
Please ask in store about availability
Many plants are seasonal. Call 01234 567890 to check current stock.
About this plant
A single species that was widespread across the planet some two hundred million years ago. It is a handsome tree with curious fan-shaped leaves that turn yellow in autumn. There are a number of cultivars that are now available with dwarf, horizontal, weeping and more slender growth habits. There is even a variant that has foliage variegated in shades of cream and green. These are handsome trees tolerant of all but wet or sodden ground. Some forms do spread and get large, so be sure to buy the right form for the space available.
- Foliage colour
- Cream, Green, White
- Fruit colour
- Yellow
- Variegated
- No
- Scent
- No
- Shape
- Column, Cone, Fan
- Height
- 3m – 28m
- Spread
- 1m – 9m
- Season of interest
- Summer, Autumn
- Evergreen
- Deciduous
- Garden style
- Seaside garden, Mediterranean garden
- Sun or shade
- Likes full sun, likes part shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam (normal), Sandy soil
- Soil pH
- All types
- Drainage
- Moisture retentive soil, Well drained soil
- Winter hardiness
- Varies, most are hardy
- Borders & containers
- Borders
- Use for
- Architectural
- Maintenance
- Some varieties are easycare (low/no maintenance)
- Hazards
- Yes, some poisonous
Spring
Spring - late · Outdoors
Feed young plants with slow release fertiliser
Spread a slow release fertiliser around the base of the plant to the edge of the foliage spread, so that it can feed the roots. It is helpful for this to be applied for several years.
This is a simple way to provide a nutrient boost until the plant becomes well established.
Spring-Autumn · Outdoors
Water to keep the soil moist
For best results, this plant needs soil that is always moist. Water deeply and regularly as soon as soil appears dry. Even for established plants in the ground, a dry week can cause problems with some soils. Check plants in pots more often, especially in hot weather. Or install an automatic irrigation system which will do the hard work for you, even when you are away on holiday.
Without regular watering some plants never fully regain their beauty.
Planting & general
Planting
Prune some varieties
Some plant varieties within this species have additional requirements for pruning. It is best to look up your specific plant for pruning guidance.
Planting
Protect & support young trees
Attach a newly planted tree or tall shrub over 1m to a tree stake to give support and prevent windrock. Use a tree guard to stop tree bark being eaten by animals, especially in areas with deer - removing bark injures a tree and in worst case can kill it.
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