Goldspire Ginkgo
Goldspire Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Goldspire')
Goldspire Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Goldspire') is a narrow, fast-growing cultivar prized for its striking columnar form, bright green fan-shaped leaves, and vivid golden-yellow fall color. Ideal for tight urban spaces, formal gardens, and street plantings, this male cultivar offers a tidy, low-maintenance shade tree with excellent seasonal interest.
Distinctive Features
'Goldspire' typically grows 40 to 50 feet tall with a narrow spread of 10 to 15 feet, forming a dense, upright column of vibrant green foliage that turns brilliant yellow in autumn. The male tree produces no fruit, making it a clean choice for residential and public landscapes.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils
- Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4�9
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Narrow, columnar form creates a striking vertical accent
- Street Tree: Perfect for sidewalks, medians, and narrow planting strips
- Urban Landscapes: Tolerant of pollution, salt, and compacted soils
- Formal Gardens: Complements structured designs and tree-lined allees
- Specimen Tree: Makes an elegant, low-maintenance landscape feature
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly until established; minimal watering afterward
- Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or crossing branches
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if necessary
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots
- Protection: Highly tolerant of urban stresses and drought
Why Choose Goldspire Ginkgo?
- Striking Columnar Form: Provides strong vertical structure in tight spaces
- Brilliant Fall Color: Vivid golden-yellow leaves brighten autumn landscapes
- Fruitless Male Cultivar: No messy seeds or fruit to manage
- Urban Tough: Adapts well to pollution, drought, and compacted soils
- Focal Point: An elegant, architectural tree for modern landscapes
Ginkgo biloba 'Goldspire' combines striking form, brilliant color, and easy maintenance, making it an excellent choice for urban planners and gardeners seeking a refined shade tree with strong vertical presence.
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