Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo Biloba stands as a living fossil, unchanged for over 200 million years. Its fan-shaped leaves emerge a pale green in spring, deepen to glossy green through summer, then light up in a brilliant golden-yellow in autumn. Male selections are favoured in landscapes to avoid the messy, malodorous seeds produced by females. Ginkgo tolerates urban stress—heat, pollution, soil compaction—and resists pests and diseases. Plant it as a specimen, in an avenue, or lining a street where strong structure and standout fall colour are desired.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Ginkgo biloba
• Common name: Maidenhair Tree
• Hardiness zones: 3 – 8
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Adaptable to most well-drained soils (acidic to alkaline, tolerates poor and compacted sites)
• Water needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Size at maturity: 15–25 m tall × 10–15 m wide (approx. 49–82 ft × 33–49 ft)
• Maintenance: Low; prune only to remove deadwood or maintain clearance—avoid heavy pruning in late spring when sap flow begins
• Advantages: Exceptional urban tolerance; pest- and disease-resistant; unique ancient foliage; spectacular golden autumn display