Spring Grove Ginkgo
Spring Grove Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Spring Grove')
Spring Grove Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Spring Grove') is a columnar cultivar known for its narrow, upright growth habit, bright green fan-shaped leaves, and brilliant golden-yellow fall color. This male cultivar is ideal for tight urban spaces, streetscapes, and formal gardens where vertical structure and seasonal interest are essential.
Distinctive Features
'Spring Grove' typically reaches 40 to 50 feet tall with a narrow spread of 10 to 15 feet, forming a dense, upright columnar canopy. The bright green foliage turns vivid yellow in autumn, providing striking fall color without messy fruit, as it is a fruitless male cultivar.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils
- Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4�9
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Narrow, vertical form enhances small or formal landscapes
- Street Tree: Suitable for sidewalks, medians, and urban plantings
- Urban Landscapes: Tolerant of pollution, salt, and compacted soils
- Formal Gardens: Complements structured designs and allees
- Specimen Tree: Adds architectural interest and seasonal color
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment; minimal watering afterward
- Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or crossing branches as necessary
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve soil moisture and moderate temperature
- Protection: Tolerant of urban stresses including drought and pollution
Why Choose Spring Grove Ginkgo?
- Strong Vertical Form: Provides architectural interest in tight spaces
- Bright Fall Color: Vivid golden-yellow leaves enhance autumn landscapes
- Fruitless Male: No messy seeds or fruit to manage
- Urban Tough: Adapts well to challenging city conditions
- Focal Point: Elegant, low-maintenance tree for modern landscapes
Ginkgo biloba 'Spring Grove' offers a combination of refined structure, brilliant seasonal color, and easy care, making it a top choice for urban planners and gardeners seeking a compact, striking shade tree.
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