Ginkgo Biloba vs Western Red Cedar - TreeTime.ca

Ginkgo Biloba vs Western Red Cedar

Thuja plicata

Ginkgo biloba

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Western Red Cedar
Ginkgo Biloba

Western Red Cedar is native to the Pacific Northwest, and is the largest tree in the cypress family. Featuring horizontal branching with scale-like dark green foliage that has a strong aroma. The wood is naturally durable and light, and is resistant to decay and insects, making it sought after for house siding, paneling, furniture, and fences. This is British Columbia's official tree.

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.

Western Red Cedar Quick Facts

Ginkgo Biloba Quick Facts

Zone: 5a
Zone: 4a
Height: 45 m (150 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: any
Light: shade, partial shade
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: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names: giant cedar, pacific red cedar
Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree