Ginkgo biloba (Ginkgo Tree)
Ginkgo biloba (Ginkgo Tree)
10 (20)m, Ginkgo Tree is native of China and probably extinct in its habitat now. It has ornamental, fan shaped leaves with bilobed veins, hence its name. It is a dioecious species, i.e. male and female flowers are born on separate plants. The female trees make plum shaped, pale yellow-orange fruits (malodorous). It is a very robust and durable solitary tree, male plants have a narrow pyramidal habit, whereas female trees make a broad, lax crown. Easily grown in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot.More Details »