Ginkgo Biloba vs Northern Gooseberry - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Northern Gooseberry

Ginkgo biloba

Ribes oxyacanthoides

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Ginkgo Biloba
Northern Gooseberry

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.

Northern Gooseberry is a small, ornamental quality native shrub with prickly stems. You can plant it anywhere you'd plant Prickly Rose or Common Wild Rose, such as your yard.

Most people find Northern Gooseberry berries a bit tart for significant fresh eating but they are good for baking, wine or jam.

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Northern Gooseberry Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 1a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: any
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: golden yellow
Berries: purple or purplish black
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: short
Suckering: none
Suckering: none



Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities

Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree
Other Names: canada gooseberry, canadian gooseberry