Tubifolia maidenhair tree

Ginkgo biloba 'Tubifolia'

TreeGinkgoaceae

Tubifolia maidenhair tree
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerantEdible
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size20 to 25 feet tall12 to 18 feet wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Horizontal
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Bloom color
Green (male)
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerLow maintenanceSpecimenWinter interest

Notes

'Tubifolia' maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba 'Tubifolia') is a tree for specimen planting, borders, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to wet soil of most types. It grows at a moderate pace and has a horizontal habit. It also tolerates drought and salt. Deer tend to browse other plants first.

Pairs well with Royal Star star magnolia, Big bluestem, and Common snowdrop.