Ginkgo Biloba vs Bebbs Willow - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Bebbs Willow

Salix bebbiana

Ginkgo biloba

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Bebbs Willow
Ginkgo Biloba

This large shrub is native to all of Canada and most of the United States. Its leaves are green on the top and grey on the bottom, and it produces catkin based flowers and non-edible fruit which appears very similar to a group of pine needles.

Bebb's Willow is foraged for by many species including elk, hares, beavers and various birds. It is commonly used to prevent erosion and protect aquatic environments due to its preference for shady, moist environments.

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.

Bebbs Willow Quick Facts

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Zone: 1a
Zone: 4a
Height: 5 m (15 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Fall colour: golden yellow
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: short
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: none




Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names: beak willow, diamond willow, livid willow, long-beaked willow, smooth bebb willow, smooth gray willow
Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree