1 Ginkgo Biloba Tree | Maidenhair Live Plant for Ornamental Fall Color (Bare Root)

The Ginkgo Biloba, also known as the Maidenhair Tree, is a unique and ancient deciduous tree prized for its distinctive fan-shaped leaves and brilliant golden-yellow fall color. As a living fossil, it has remained virtually unchanged for millions of years, making it a fascinating addition to any landscape. This ornamental tree is perfect as a specimen plant, shade tree, or street tree, and its tolerance to urban conditions makes it a reliable choice for city gardens.

Ginkgo trees are slow-growing and long-lived, developing a strong, pyramidal to rounded canopy over time. They are dioecious, meaning individual trees are either male or female, and this listing offers a live bare root plant ready for planting. Whether you are a collector of unusual trees or simply want a low-maintenance, pest-resistant tree with stunning autumn interest, the Ginkgo Biloba is an excellent selection.

Plant Features

• Unique fan-shaped, bright green leaves that turn a vibrant golden yellow in fall
• Ancient species often called a living fossil, with no close living relatives
• Adaptable to a wide range of soil types and urban conditions
• Generally pest and disease resistant, requiring minimal maintenance
• Provides shade and ornamental interest for generations

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Ginkgo biloba
• Plant Type: Deciduous tree
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy to clay soils; tolerates a range of pH
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, pyramidal when young, becoming broad and rounded with age
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Spring (inconspicuous flowers)
• Mature Height: 50-80 feet (may vary with growing conditions)
• Spacing: 30-40 feet apart for tree spacing

Planting & Care

Plant your bare root Ginkgo Biloba in early spring or late fall while the tree is dormant. Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots without crowding, and position the tree so the root collar is level with the soil surface. Backfill with native soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets. Apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the trunk, to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Once established, Ginkgo is drought tolerant and requires little supplemental watering except in prolonged dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer if desired. Pruning is rarely necessary, but you can remove dead or damaged branches in late winter. This tree is generally deer resistant and has few pest or disease problems.

What's Included

One (1) Ginkgo Biloba live bare root plant.