Weeping Wonder Ginkgo
Weeping Wonder Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Weeping Wonder')
Weeping Wonder Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Weeping Wonder') is a unique, weeping form of the ancient ginkgo tree, prized for its graceful cascading branches, bright green fan-shaped leaves, and brilliant golden-yellow fall color. This slow-growing cultivar offers a distinctive architectural feature for gardens and landscapes seeking texture and seasonal interest.
Distinctive Features
'Weeping Wonder' typically grows 10 to 15 feet tall and wide with a spreading, pendulous habit. Its delicate, fan-shaped leaves emerge bright green in spring and turn vibrant yellow in autumn, providing dramatic seasonal color. As a male cultivar, it produces no fruit, making it a clean, low-maintenance option for residential and urban landscapes.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Adaptable to a variety of well-drained soils
- Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4�9
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Unique weeping form adds elegance and movement
- Small Gardens: Suitable for limited spaces and patios
- Specimen Tree: Distinctive architectural feature with seasonal color
- Container Planting: Perfect for terraces and decks
- Urban Landscapes: Tolerant of pollution and compacted soils
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment; low water needs afterward
- Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches as necessary
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature
- Protection: Performs well in urban settings and tolerates drought
Why Choose Weeping Wonder Ginkgo?
- Graceful Weeping Form: Adds texture and visual interest to landscapes
- Bright Fall Color: Brilliant golden-yellow foliage enhances autumn gardens
- Fruitless Male: Clean, low-maintenance option for residential use
- Compact Size: Suitable for smaller gardens and containers
- Focal Point: Unique architectural tree that stands out year-round
Ginkgo biloba 'Weeping Wonder' offers an elegant combination of weeping habit, vibrant fall color, and easy care�making it a standout choice for gardeners seeking a distinctive and manageable tree.
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