Fastigiata maidenhair tree
Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size30 to 50 feet tall10 to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Horizontal
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Notes
'Fastigiata' maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata') is a tree for specimen use and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate and tolerates drought and salt. Small green blooms appear from early to late spring. It sits low on the menu for deer.
Pairs well with Northern bayberry, Mount Hood daffodil, and Limelight Prime panicle hydrangea.