Gingko - Maidenhair tree

The Japanese grow this tree on sacred sites, mostly in Buddhist temples. The Gingko is one of the few deciduous conifers, and sole survivor of a family of trees from the prehistoric times.

The leaves on this tree turn from green to a pale yellow in autumn.

Position

Full sun or slight shade for young trees. Protect from frost, especially the roots.

Watering

Water daily in growing season. Moisten the soil thoroughly. Keep relatively dry in winter as the roots are easily damaged with frost.

Repotting

Every year for the first 10 years, then every other year after. Every 3 years for very mature trees.

Pruning

Tice during the growing season, trimming new shoots to two or three leaves. Prune branches after leaf fall. Avoid large visible cuts with these trees, as they will not grow over. Also avoid wiring as the bark is easily scarred/marked.

Style

Informal upright and clump styles only.