Ginkgo Biloba vs Blue Beech - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Blue Beech

Ginkgo biloba

Carpinus caroliniana

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

Ginkgo Biloba
Blue Beech

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.

Blue Beech is a beautiful, ornamental tree with enticing features. The foliage transforms throughout the season, offering a kaleidoscope of color. New leaves emerge reddish-purple, transforming to dark green, and then turn striking shades of yellow, orange, and red in fall. Once all the foliage has dropped, grooved, blue-grey bark becomes striking on a winter landscape.

Blue Beech has an attractive globular shape and has been successfully grown in both full shade and full sun locations. Make sure you provide ample moisture to ensure this tree thrives.

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Blue Beech Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3b
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: any
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: golden yellow
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Nuts: Small nuts with earthy, sweet taste
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: short
Suckering: none
Suckering: none



Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities

Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree