Maidenhair Tree 'Autumn Gold'

About this plant

Ginkgo biloba 'Autumn Gold' is a living fossil, an ancient species that brings unparalleled beauty and resilience to modern landscapes. Its distinctive, fan-shaped leaves emerge a vibrant green in spring, providing a delightful texture and airy canopy throughout the summer months. This particular cultivar is celebrated for its truly magnificent autumn display, transforming into a stunning beacon of rich, buttery gold that glows in the fall sun. Beyond its striking beauty, the 'Autumn Gold' Ginkgo is an incredibly tough and adaptable tree, thriving in a wide range of conditions once established. It boasts an upright, pyramidal growth habit in its youth, eventually maturing into a more broad and stately form, making it an excellent choice for a specimen tree, street tree, or a focal point in larger gardens. Notably, 'Autumn Gold' is a male cultivar, meaning it will not produce the characteristic (and sometimes malodorous) fruit associated with female Ginkgo trees, ensuring a clean and pleasant experience in your landscape. Its unique branching structure and exfoliating bark also provide year-round interest.

Care & maintenance

Ginkgo biloba 'Autumn Gold' is remarkably low-maintenance once established. Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly during its first few growing seasons to promote strong root development. Requires minimal pruning, primarily for shaping or removing dead/damaged branches. Fertilize sparingly in spring if soil nutrient levels are low.