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Ginkgo Biloba vs Northern Catalpa (Cigar Tree)Ginkgo biloba Catalpa speciosa NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON 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 Catalpa is a striking feature tree with showy flowers, and very large leaves. Its orchid-like flowers are white with yellow and purple accents, and they have a pleasant fragrance. They bloom from late spring to early summer and can last up to two weeks, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. The leaves are very large, ranging from 15-30 cm long, 12-20 cm wide, forming a canopy that makes it a good shade tree. GINKGO BILOBA QUICK FACTSNORTHERN CATALPA (CIGAR TREE) QUICK FACTS
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$8.99
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Fall colour:
golden yellow
Flowers:
white
Nuts:
Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate:
slow
Growth rate:
medium
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
high
Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names:
gingko, maidenhair tree
Other Names:
cigar tree, hardy catalpa, western catalpa
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