Autumn Gold Ginkgo

Autumn Gold Ginkgo

15 Gallon
$189.00
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Autumn Gold Ginkgo
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Autumn Gold Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba ‘Autumn Gold’

Fruitless Male Cultivar • Spectacular Uniform Golden Fall Color • Legendarily Tough & Pest-Free

$189.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Autumn Gold Ginkgo is a living fossil and a quintessential tree of timeless beauty. This stately, male cultivar is celebrated for its perfect, fan-shaped leaves that turn a uniform, brilliant golden-yellow in fall, creating a breathtaking seasonal spectacle. Exceptionally tough, pest-free, and adaptable to urban conditions, it is a premier choice for a majestic, low-maintenance shade tree that will stand for generations.

  • A select male cultivar that is completely fruitless, eliminating the foul-smelling fruit produced by female ginkgo trees.

  • Renowned for its stunning, reliable display of bright golden-yellow fall foliage that holds its color well before dropping.

  • Grows with a strong, symmetrical, and pyramidal form when young, maturing into a broad-spreading, picturesque canopy.

  • Possesses legendary toughness: highly resistant to pests, diseases, pollution, and drought once established. It is also deer resistant.

  • A slow-growing but incredibly long-lived tree, making it a legacy specimen for parks, wide streets, and large properties.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage:Unique fan-shaped leaves (2-3") with radiating veins.Bright green in spring/summer, brilliant golden-yellow in fall.Leaves drop simultaneously after first hard frost.Form:Symmetrical pyramidal crown.Straight central trunk.Distinctive gray fissured bark
  • Mature Size:Height: 35-50 ft.Width: 25-30 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Full su
  • Key Advantages:Male cultivar (no foul-smelling fruits).Extremely drought tolerant once established.Virtually pest/disease free.Urban pollution tolerant
  • Landscape Uses:Premium street tree.Lawn specimen.Asian-inspired gardens.Urban parks
FAQs

Q: Why is it important to choose a male tree?
A: Female ginkgo trees produce fleshy seeds that, when they fall and rot, emit a strong, unpleasant odor often compared to rancid butter or vomit. Always plant named male cultivarslike ‘Autumn Gold’ to avoid this significant nuisance.

Q: How much space does it need?
A: It is a large tree (50+ ft tall and wide). Plant it as a lawn specimen or along a wide boulevard where it has ample room to develop its full, majestic form without conflict with structures or power lines.

Q: Is it really that drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once its deep root system is established (after 2-3 years), it is remarkably drought tolerant for a deciduous tree and requires minimal summer watering in the Bay Area.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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