Ginkgo Biloba

Young Ginkgo trees tend to have an upright, somewhat irregular habit, gradually developing a broader and more impressive canopy with age. Growth can be relatively slow when young, but this is a tree planted for the long haul. A mature Ginkgo can become a magnificent specimen and potentially live for hundreds of years.

The foliage is its standout feature. Each leathery, fan-shaped leaf has distinctive radiating veins and often a gently divided tip. In autumn, the entire canopy turns brilliant buttery yellow, often colouring almost simultaneously before the leaves fall.

For larger gardens, lifestyle blocks, avenues or anywhere you have room for a tree that will become better with age, Ginkgo biloba is an exceptional choice.

Why You'll Love It

• Brilliant golden-yellow autumn colour
• Distinctive fan-shaped foliage unlike almost any other tree
• An ancient tree with a lineage stretching back millions of years
• Extremely long-lived
• Hardy and tolerant once established
• Excellent specimen tree for larger gardens
• Provides summer shade while letting winter light through
• A genuine four-season tree with an attractive winter framework