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Princeton Sentry Ginkgo

Tagged as: Columnars, Fastigiates

Botanical Name: Ginkgo biloba ‘Princeton Sentry'
Common Name: Princeton Sentry Ginkgo

 

Height: 60' Spread: 10-15' Habit/Form: Columnar Growth Rate: Slow Zone: 3-8

Cultural Requirements: Full sun, prefers deep sandy soils and moderate moisture, adaptable pH. Tolerant of pollution, salt air and heat once established. Prune in spring.

Ornamental Characteristics: A very popular non-fruiting male form. This form assumes an upright habit that tapers to a point. Easily transplanted and has vivid yellow fall color. Leaves fall quickly and the fall color is short.

Use in the Landscape: It makes a durable street tree where there is limited vertical, overhead space. Good for planting close to a building.

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