Plant Information

Ginkgo biloba

Plant Type: Large Tree
Plant Size: up to 20m high
General Information

Unusual and beautiful, the Ginkgo is a deciduous tree native to China.  Great as a specimen landscape tree providing a shady canopy and vibrant colour

Features:  Rough grey-ish bark and large flat fan shaped yellow/green leaves

Uses:  This plant tolerates pollution so is well suited to built up or commercial areas.  The Ginkgo is nice as a specimen tree placed singularly on a lawn.  If used in a garden the Ginkgo mixed with other plants can create an oriental style landscape

Combinations:  Pratia angulata, Acer palmatum 'Dissectum', Michelia yunnanensis

Care:  Stake and mulch newly planted Ginkgos

Planting Conditions
Full Sun Yes Dry
Part Shade Moist Yes
Shade Wet
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