Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-9.

Mature Height:

40-60 ft

Mature Width:

25-35ft

Sunlight:

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Spacing:

35ft

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

Bright Yellow

Does Not Ship To:

AK, HI, PR

Ginkgo - Autumn Gold

Ginkgo biloba
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.
$84.99
SKU: GINAUT02GH
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Description

 

A Majestic, Hardy Tree with Stunning Golden Fall Foliage

The Ginkgo ‘Autumn Gold’ (Ginkgo biloba) is a striking, slow-growing deciduous tree renowned for its unique fan-shaped leaves and brilliant golden-yellow color in the fall. This male cultivar is seedless, making it perfect for urban and residential landscapes where clean, low-maintenance trees are desired. With its stately upright form, exceptional hardiness, and vibrant autumn display, Ginkgo ‘Autumn Gold’ combines ornamental beauty with long-term landscape value.

Key Features:

• Spectacular Fall Foliage: Leaves turn a rich, golden-yellow in autumn, creating a dramatic seasonal display.
• Hardy and Resilient: Thrives in a wide range of soil types and urban conditions, including heat, drought, and pollution.
• Unique Form and Texture: Fan-shaped leaves and a naturally pyramidal to spreading habit provide visual interest year-round.
• Low Maintenance: Seedless male cultivar avoids messy fruit, and the tree requires minimal care once established.
• Long-Lived: Ginkgo trees are renowned for their durability and can live for hundreds of years with minimal care.

Mature Size:

• Height: 40–60 feet
• Spread: 25–35 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones: 4–9

Chill Hours:

• N/A (adaptable to a wide range of temperate climates)

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for optimal growth and vibrant fall color.
• Soil: Tolerates a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, as long as drainage is adequate.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first few years; once established, highly drought-tolerant.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning required; prune in late winter to maintain shape or remove damaged branches.
• Pollination: Male cultivar; seedless and fruit-free.

Landscape Uses:

• Ideal for streets, parks, and urban landscapes due to its tolerance of pollution and compact, upright habit.
• Excellent as a specimen or shade tree in residential or commercial settings.
• Provides striking autumn color and architectural form in any landscape.
• Perfect for long-term, low-maintenance plantings where reliability and beauty are priorities.

The Ginkgo ‘Autumn Gold’ is a majestic and long-lived addition to any landscape, offering stunning fall color, unique leaf texture, and unmatched resilience. Its durability, low-maintenance nature, and iconic golden foliage make it an excellent choice for both urban and home gardens.
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How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Ginkgo tolerates a variety of soil compositions and pH levels. Plant in well-draining soil with full to partial sun, protecting it from late afternoon heat. Ginkgo may grow extremely slow for several years after planting, but will then pick up and grow at a moderate rate, particularly if it receives an adequate supply of water and some fertilizer. But do not overwater or plant in a poorly-drained area. Be sure to keep turf several feet away from the trunk to help trees become established. Very tolerant of urban soils and pollution, ginkgo could be used more in USDA hardiness zone 7 but is not recommended in central and southern Texas or Oklahoma due to summer heat. Adapted for use as a street tree, even in confined soil spaces.

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