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Ginkgo
Shade treeGinkgo biloba
- Full sun
- Zones 3–9
- 60 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 360" spacing
- High water
- pH 5–8
Overview
An ancient living fossil tree prized for its unique fan-shaped leaves that turn brilliant golden yellow in fall. Extremely hardy and pollution-tolerant, making it perfect for urban environments where other trees struggle. This slow-growing beauty becomes a stunning specimen tree that can live for centuries.
Planting
Plant nursery trees in spring or fall. Choose male trees to avoid messy fruit.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 5–8. Space plants 360" apart. Germination: 30-60 days (seeds).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Very few - scale insects occasionally. Common diseases: Extremely disease resistant.