Princeton Sentry maidenhair tree
Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry'
RHS AGM 2012
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size40 to 50 feet tall20 to 30 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Horizontal
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Princeton Sentry' maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry') is a tree for specimen planting, low maintenance, 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 soil of most types. It grows at a moderate rate and has a horizontal habit. It tolerates both drought and salt. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Red maple, Spicebush, Sedge, and Red Riding Hood tulip.