
Maidenhair Tree
Ginkgo Biloba Saratoga
The Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga' is a distinctive, upright shade tree known for its unique fan-shaped leaves and brilliant golden fall color.
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About this plant
Elevate your landscape with the timeless beauty of the Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga'. This exceptional cultivar stands out with its more compact, columnar to narrowly pyramidal growth habit, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or as an elegant street tree where space is a consideration. Its signature fan-shaped, emerald-green leaves provide unique texture throughout the growing season, a truly living fossil that adds a touch of ancient majesty to modern designs. As autumn arrives, prepare for a spectacular display. The 'Saratoga' transforms into a beacon of luminous, buttery-gold, holding its color for an extended period before a dramatic leaf drop that can carpet the ground in a golden glow. This deciduous wonder offers consistent beauty and a strong architectural presence. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the 'Saratoga' Ginkgo is remarkably resilient and low-maintenance. It thrives in a variety of urban conditions, tolerating pollution and drought once established, making it a dependable and long-lived addition to any premium landscape project.
Care & maintenance
Requires minimal pruning, primarily for shaping or removing dead/damaged branches. Tolerates urban pollution well. Fertilize annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer for optimal growth. Pest and disease resistant.
Quick facts
- Type
- tree
- Mature height
- 30-50 feet
- Mature width
- 15-25 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Medium
- Growth rate
- Medium