Ginkgo biloba

Maidenhair tree

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Ancient deciduous tree with unique fan-shaped leaves turning golden yellow in autumn. Hardy specimen often grown as bonsai or landscape feature.
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Plant Details

Common Name Maidenhair tree
Family Ginkgoaceae
Genus Ginkgo
Species Biloba
Origin China
Blooming Dioecious, small cones, rarely flowers indoors.
Leaf Color Green to Golden Yellow
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, acidic to neutral soil mix. Prefers moisture-retentive but not waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Water regularly during growing season. Reduce in winter dormancy. Tolerates some drought once established.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun outdoors required for coloration. Indoors requires maximum available light near south window.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required. Remove dead wood or shape in late winter while dormant.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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