Ginkgo or Maidenhair Tree

The Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is a stunning, ancient tree that brings a unique, architectural presence to gardens. Highly valued for its resilience, striking foliage, and historical significance, it’s an excellent addition

Where to Site Your Ginkgo

• Specimen Tree:
  • Plant as a focal point in a lawn or courtyard to showcase its striking shape and golden autumn color.
• Urban or Street Planting:
  • Its pollution tolerance makes it ideal for city landscapes and roadside planting.
• Japanese or Zen Gardens:
  • Combine with bamboos, acers, and ornamental grasses for a tranquil, meditative space.

How to Grow and Look after your Ginkgo

Grow in all soils, heavy clay, loam or light soil but the best is sandy soils. They do need full sun. They can tolerate light shade.

They are deep rooted and resistant to wind and snow. 

Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Minimal pruning is needed, as ginkgos naturally develop an attractive pyramidal or columnar shape.

Apply a slow-release fertilizer in early spring for optimal growth.

These are tolerant of pollution making them a good option for Urban areas -as they do grow to a very large specimen chose your location wisely.