{"product_id":"arbre-aux-quarante-ecus","title":"Maidenhair tree \/ Ginkgo Biloba ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"mso-element: para-border-div; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant note:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/blogs\/nouvelles\/pourquoi-mon-arbre-fruitier-ne-fait-il-pas-de-fruits?\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/a\u003e , meaning \u003cb\u003ethat both a male and a female plant are required for fruit production\u003c\/b\u003e . Since the sex of young plants cannot be determined at this stage, \u003cu\u003eit is advisable to purchase two or more plants\u003c\/u\u003e to increase the chances of obtaining both sexes (though this is not guaranteed).\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaidenhair Tree (\u003ci\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/i\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Golden Fall Shade Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maidenhair Tree (\u003ci\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/i\u003e) is a slow-growing, extremely cold-hardy tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7). It typically grows 1 ft per year (30 cm) and reaches 65–115 ft (20–35 m) at maturity. Best for urban planting, large shade trees, and ornamental landscapes, it offers spectacular golden fall colour and exceptional tolerance to pollution and harsh growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Maidenhair Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA legendary, ultra-resilient tree known for its unmatched durability and stunning fall display, perfect for Canadian urban and residential landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade, ornament, urban planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall colour (bright golden yellow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to China, widely planted worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, adaptable soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist to moderately dry soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loam, and sandy soils across a wide pH range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind, pollution, compacted soils, and moderate drought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e65–115 ft (20–35 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e30–45 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e~1 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAdaptable, well-drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e100+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Maidenhair Tree Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Maidenhair Tree if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want long-term shade within 7–10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium to large yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zones 4–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want striking fall colour + urban resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for street or front yard planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fast results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting female trees near walkways (fruit odor issue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban street tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yard focal tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark and large landscape planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollution-tolerant planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong structure, unique foliage, and exceptional tolerance to pollution and compacted soils make it one of the most reliable urban trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Maidenhair Tree Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA living fossil tree offering unmatched resilience and seasonal beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh green fan-shaped leaves emerge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, airy canopy provides filtered shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant golden-yellow foliage drops dramatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant branching structure adds architectural interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Maidenhair Tree is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7 and tolerates snow load, freezing temperatures, and urban winter conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide basic wind protection in exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15–20 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20–30 ft between trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Maidenhair Tree grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically about 1 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 4 and performs well in Zones 4–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo—male trees are typically planted to avoid fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, roots are generally non-invasive and urban-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow—except female trees which produce foul-smelling fruit (male cultivars preferred).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 20.3688%;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 14.1509%;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 29.3739%;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 36.0206%;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 20.3688%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo biloba)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/maidenhair-tree\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/maidenhair-tree\" title=\"Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo biloba)\"\u003eMaidenhair Tree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 14.1509%;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 29.3739%;\"\u003eUnique fan-shaped leaves; Golden fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1513\" data-start=\"1469\" data-col-size=\"md\" style=\"width: 36.0206%;\"\u003eUrban shade; Specimen tree, architectural focal point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 20.3688%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Honey Locust (Gleiditsia triacanthos)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/honey-locust\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/honey-locust\" title=\"Honey Locust (Gleiditsia triacanthos)\"\u003eHoney Locust\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 14.1509%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 29.3739%;\"\u003eLight shade canopy, Yellow fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 36.0206%;\"\u003eStreet tree, modern landscapes, light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 20.3688%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/red-maple\" title=\"Red Maple (Acer rubrum)\"\u003eRed Maple\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 14.1509%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 29.3739%;\"\u003eFall colour; clean symmetrical crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 36.0206%;\"\u003eFront yard focal tree, street tree; strong seasonal impact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-4-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 4 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 4 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/why-fruit-tree-not-producing\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why Isn’t My Fruit Tree Producing Fruit?\"\u003eWhy Isn’t My Fruit Tree Producing Fruit?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/hardiness-zone-in-canada\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Tree and Shrub Hardiness Zones in Quebec and Canada\"\u003eTree and Shrub Hardiness Zones in Quebec and Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47321913590079,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/arbre-aux-quarante-ecus-ginkgo-biloba.jpg?v=1700573369","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/maidenhair-tree","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}