Maidenhair Tree 'Jade Butterfly'

About this plant

Ginkgo biloba 'Jade Butterfly' is a striking deciduous tree that offers a distinctive architectural element to any landscape. Its deeply incised, fan-shaped leaves evoke the delicate wings of a butterfly, arrayed along its characteristically upright and narrow branches. This cultivar maintains a more compact size than its species counterpart, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or as an elegant specimen plant. Like all ginkgos, 'Jade Butterfly' is incredibly adaptable and resilient, tolerating urban conditions, pollution, and a wide range of soil types once established. In autumn, its unique foliage transforms into a brilliant golden-yellow, providing a spectacular seasonal display before shedding its leaves for winter. Valued for its ancient lineage and distinct beauty, 'Jade Butterfly' brings a touch of living history and unparalleled grace to premium garden designs. Its slow to moderate growth and refined habit ensure it remains a manageable and enduring feature.

Care & maintenance

Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade. Highly adaptable to various soil conditions including sandy, clay, and compact soils, as well as high pH. Very drought tolerant once established. Requires minimal pruning, primarily for shaping or to remove any damaged branches.