Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata'

A very narrow male tree, Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata' has cool green leaves which turn a clear yellow in autumn before falling. This is often used in street plantings both in Britain and abroad and there are many spectacular specimens lining the streets of inner London!

Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata' is a handsome tree for small gardens, as the narrow habit takes up little garden space.

• Position: Full sun or light shade.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Slow growing initially, moderate once settled down.
• Habit: Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata' grows to be a medium sized tree with a very narrow, upright habit.
  • Height: 15 m (50 ft).
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft).

• Notes: Ginkgo biloba 'Fastigiata' grows well in dry, urban environments and is a superb tree for a town garden.