Ginkgo Biloba vs Tatarian Maple - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Tatarian Maple

Ginkgo biloba

Acer tataricum

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

Ginkgo Biloba
Tatarian Maple

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.

Tatarian Maple is a small, multi-stemmed tree that features attractive red foliage in fall.

In addition to its outstanding autumn color, it is also one of the first trees to leaf out in the spring.

Tatarian Maple makes a good specimen tree for for small yards. Closely related to Amur Maple, it is slightly larger in stature.

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Tatarian Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 5 m (18 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: golden yellow
Fall colour: scarlet red
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


In row spacing: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)

Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities

Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree
Other Names: tatar maple