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Ginkgo Biloba vs Bitternut Hickory

Ginkgo biloba

Carya cordiformis

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Ginkgo Biloba
Bitternut Hickory

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.

Bitternut Hickory is a large deciduous tree that makes a great shade tree for yards and parks. This tree is native to Eastern North America. Although it produces nuts, they are bitter and inedible. Some consider this wood to be the best flavour for smoking meats.

Plant Bitternut Hickory in it’s forever home. It is difficult to transplant due to its long taproot, and may not survive.

The wood is strong and has historically been used for wheels, ladders, and furniture.

GINKGO BILOBA QUICK FACTS

BITTERNUT HICKORY QUICK FACTS

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 13 m (42 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: any
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: golden yellow
Bark: ridged, durable
Nuts: Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Nuts: bitter
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: high



Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities


Other Names: gingko, maidenhair tree
Other Names: swamp hickory