Magyar maidenhair tree
Ginkgo biloba 'Magyar'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size40 to 60 feet tall20 to 30 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Horizontal
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Green (male)
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Notes
'Magyar' maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba 'Magyar') is a tree for specimen use, shade garden settings, 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 is not a favorite of deer, though hungry deer will eat almost anything. It grows at a moderate rate with a horizontal habit. It also tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Sensitive fern, Northern bayberry, and Bridal Crown daffodil.