Ginkgo Biloba vs Black Cottonwood - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Black Cottonwood

Populus trichocarpa

Ginkgo biloba

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Black Cottonwood
Ginkgo Biloba

Black Cottonwood is the largest and tallest of the North American poplars. Named after its white, fluffy seeds with cottony hairs, this hardy tree produces sticky, fragrant buds and has a straight growth habit. Black Cottonwood needs ample moisture and nutrients to grow successfully to full height and are found in the Western provinces and the Yukon with BC being its heartland.

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.

Black Cottonwood Quick Facts

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 30 m (100 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 11 m (35 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: any
Light: 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: long
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: none




Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names: balsam cottonwood, california poplar, western balsam poplar
Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree