Deciduous Tree – Maidenhair Tree ‘Autumn Gold’

Maidenhair Tree ‘Autumn Gold’ 

Botanical name: ginkgo biloba ‘Autumn Gold’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 40-50 ft in height with a spread of 25-30 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 3-8 

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green/yellow

Flower color: green

Bloom time:  spring 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early before new growth begins to emerge to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: focal point, tree for shade, color accent

Special features: disease resistant, deer resistant, cold-hardy, salt tolerant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release tree and shrub fertilizer once a year in the early-mid spring 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil:  clay, loam 

Companion plants: japanese blood grass, gulf stream nandina, daylily 

Toxicity level: female trees bare seeds that are toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no