Ginkgo Biloba vs Little Leaf Linden - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Little Leaf Linden

Ginkgo biloba

Tilia cordata

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

Ginkgo Biloba
Little Leaf Linden

The Ginkgo Biloba is regarded as one of the most distinctive and beautiful of all the deciduous trees, and has remained genetically unchanged for millions of years. Its beautifully fan-shaped leaves develop a clear yellow colour in fall. Graceful and attractive year-round, Ginkgo is the perfect conversation starter in your yard.

Little Leaf Linden is a large, deciduous shade tree that is native to Europe. The leaves are heart shaped with fine teeth on the margins. It has much smaller leaves than Large Leaf Linden.

Its small, fragrant yellow-green flowers are said to have medicinal properties and can also be used to make honey. Little leaf Linden is a great choice for a boulevard or large lot.

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Little Leaf Linden Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 10 m (33 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none

Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities

Foliage: unique fan-shaped green leaves
Fall colour: golden yellow
Flowers: yellow
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree