Ginkgo biloba 'Chi-chi'
maidenhair tree 'Tit'
A rare, deciduous dwarf small tree or shrub with a compact, pyramidal habit, reaching a height of around 3m. When mature, it develops ornamental round growths on its trunk. Branches are dense and produce fan-shaped green leaves which turn to a deep, rich golden yellow to bronze in the autumn. Its compact habit and slow growth make it ideal for patio pots and containers
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow Gold Bronze | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Ginkgoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Potentially harmful
- Seeds harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Seed TOXIC to pets - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Ginkgo are large deciduous trees, developing an irregular, spreading crown with age, fan-shaped, 2-lobed leaves, and on female trees, unpleasantly scented yellow fruits each containing a single large seed
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Tolerant of atmospheric pollution. Makes a good specimen tree. See tree cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Generally no pruning required but pruning group 1 if necessary
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
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