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Ginkgo Biloba vs Black GumGinkgo biloba Nyssa sylvatica SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 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.
Black Gum is a slow-growing ornamental shade tree with a dense pyramidal shape. The foliage is dark green in the summer, and transitions to bright fall colours which include red, orange, purple, and gold. It is commonly used as an ornamental tree in parks and large gardens as a specimen or shade tree. GINKGO BILOBA QUICK FACTSBLACK GUM QUICK FACTS
Fall colour:
golden yellow
Fall colour:
purple, orange, yellow, red
Berries:
dark blue
Flavor:
sour
Harvest:
september to october
Nuts:
Edible and tasty, cook before eating
Growth rate:
slow
Growth rate:
slow
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Toxicity: Uncooked nuts in large quantities
Other Names:
gingko, maidenhair tree
Other Names:
black tupelo, pepperidge tree, sour gum, tupelo
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