Ginkgo Maidenhair Tree (Male) – 3 Gallon Pot (4-5′)

The Ginkgo Tree, also called the Maidenhair Tree, is one of just a few surviving trees to have inhabited the earth 150 million years ago. It’s an unusual and unique tree from China with interesting 5-inch wide, two lobed, somewhat leathery, fan shaped bright green leaves that in fall turn the brightest, brilliant yellow of any tree in existence.

Note: All of our Ginkgo trees are males, which means they won’t have the stinky flowers the females do.

Growing slowly from 50 to 70 feet tall and 30 to 40 feet wide, the Ginkgo tree is ideal for use as a specimen, in groupings, or spaced in rows to delineate a property line, drive or street. It is also ideal for use to accentuate entryways, frame tall homes and structures, or to provide shade for patios, decks and other sitting areas.

Suggested Spacing:  20 feet for solid row;  45 feet or more for space between trees

One of if not the easiest trees to grow, the Ginkgo adapts well to adverse growing conditions in urban areas. It is remarkably free of diseases, is insect resistant, and exceptionally drought tolerant when established. It adapts well to most soil types, even clay, and won’t be bothered by moist or dry soil conditions. Soil pH is of no concern as Ginkgo trees perform well in both acid and alkaline conditions. Avoid pruning other than to remove damaged branches or lower branches to expose more trunk. Over time Ginkgo trees fill out well with no pruning.