Ginkgo Biloba vs Skybound Cedar - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Skybound Cedar

Thuja occidentalis Skybound

Ginkgo biloba

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Skybound Cedar
Ginkgo Biloba

The Skybound Cedar is a newer variety that is usually hardier than the Brandon Cedar and richer in color. The dark green, scale-like foliage maintain their needles and color throughout the winter.

Cedars enjoy average to moist soil conditions and should not be allowed to dry out. It's small size, spread and columnar shape make the Skybound Cedar an excellent accent tree or border hedge that can be expected to live up to 50 years under ideal conditions.

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.

Skybound Cedar Quick Facts

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Zone: 2a
Zone: 4a
Height: 4 m (12 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: golden yellow
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names: skybound arborvitae
Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree