Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry®'

Ginkgo

'PNI 2720'

Tips for Homeowners:

If needed, prune in winter when dormant.  Prefers acidic soils because it can develop iron chlorosis in alkaline soil.

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An upright, conical habit supports the beautiful fan-shaped leaves that turn a uniform golden color in the fall.

  • Narrow pyramidal form
  • Good yellow color in fall
  • Seedless male

The more narrow form is ideal for smaller landscapes where space is limited or as a street tree.  Best in eastern and central Kansas, needs protection in western Kansas.

Height: 30-40 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Non-Flowering

Interesting Notes about Ginkgo:

The Ginkgo belongs to a group of plants that have existed since over 270,000,000 years ago.  It is no wonder because it can tolerate heat, air pollution, salt and establishes in tough growing conditions.  It is very slow to grow and will take years before it can provide shade, but its beauty and history is worth waiting for.  Only the female trees produce fruit and that is why it is preferrable to plant male trees due to the messy fruit with unpleasant odor produced by female trees.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Focal Point
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Disease Resistant
  • Fall Color

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Gold
  • Yellow

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water