The Ginkgo biloba, also called forty-dollar tree , is a true living relic, the only surviving species of the Ginkgoaceae family, present on Earth for more than 270 million years. Native to China, it is now cultivated worldwide for its ornamental beauty, remarkable resistance, and recognized medicinal virtues.
Other known names : Maidenhair tree, fossil tree, Ginkgo, Yin Xing (Chinese name).
Type : Deciduous tree perennial , very hardy (down to -30°C).
Adult height : 15 to 25 meters in open ground.
Exposure : Sun or partial shade.
Soil : Light, well-drained, tolerates poor and urban soils.
Stratification : Yes , 60 to 90 days in cold moist conditions (refrigerator) before sowing.
Sowing : In spring, after stratification. Sow in pots or directly in the ground at 2-3 cm depth.
Germination : Slow, can take 1 to 2 months, or even longer.
The Ginkgo is known for its fan-shaped leaves, turning a bright yellow in autumn.
It is a tree sacred in Asian tradition, symbol of longevity, resilience (it survived Hiroshima), and of peace indoor.
Slow-growing tree, it can be combined in parks and large gardens with shade perennials or autumn-flowering plants (asters, hostas, ferns). It is also magnificent as a solitary specimen.
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I grew these for the first time last year and they are fantastic. Good for general use and equally good for cooked dishes. Wonderful dark red flesh which is very tasty.
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