Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba
Family: GinkgoaceaeNative: ChinaIdentified: Nov 8, 2025
Ginkgo trees are large deciduous trees known for their distinctive fan-shaped leaves, which turn a brilliant golden-yellow in autumn. They have a straight trunk and an often irregular, spreading canopy. The leaves are typically bright green during the growing season.
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Ginkgo trees are very hardy and adaptable. They prefer full sun and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, including poor or compacted soils, as long as they are well-drained. Once established, they are drought-tolerant. They are also highly resistant to most pests and diseases. Minimal pruning is usually required, mainly to maintain shape or remove dead/damaged branches.