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Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree
Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree

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Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree

About Your New Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo biloba 'Fishtail' is a selected form of the maidenhair tree, grown for fan leaves that split deeply into narrow lobes and flare out like a fish tail. It is deciduous, upright and rounded in habit, and the foliage turns clear golden yellow before it drops in autumn.

Plant it in full sun in a well drained soil with reasonable depth. Growth is steady rather than quick, around 20 to 40 centimetres a year. It handles light to moderate frost once established, along with heat, wind, drought and urban pollution, which suits cool temperate through to warm temperate gardens.

The finer leaf gives it a lighter look than a standard ginkgo, so it holds attention as a courtyard specimen, a lawn feature or a repeated street planting. It also sits well in collector gardens. For a buyer, it is a long lived tree that asks very little once it is in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Ginkgo 'Fishtail'

What is Ginkgo biloba 'Fishtail'?

It is a cultivar of the maidenhair tree, one of the oldest tree lineages still in cultivation. The species is normally grown for its fan shaped leaves, and this selection takes that further with leaves cut into narrow lobes that spread like a fish tail. It is a small to medium deciduous tree with reliable golden autumn colour.

How big does Ginkgo 'Fishtail' grow?

In a garden setting expect roughly 4 to 6 metres in height and 2 to 3 metres across over many years. It is a slow and compact selection rather than a large shade tree, so it stays in scale with courtyards and smaller blocks. Trees in deep soil with regular water sit at the taller end of that range.

Is it evergreen or deciduous?

Deciduous. The leaves hold green through spring and summer, turn a strong golden yellow in autumn, then drop over a short window in late autumn or early winter. Bare branching through the colder months gives the tree a clear architectural outline, and new growth returns in spring.

When does the autumn colour appear?

Autumn colour usually arrives from April through to May in most southern Australian gardens, running later in warmer districts. Ginkgo is known for dropping its leaves quickly once the colour peaks, often over a few days, which makes the autumn clean up simple. Cold nights sharpen the yellow.

Does it need full sun?

Full sun gives the best form and the strongest autumn colour. It will accept a few hours of light shade, though growth is looser and the yellow is less intense. Avoid deep shade and heavy root competition from established trees. An open position with good air movement suits it well.

Can it be grown in a pot?

Yes. Its slow growth and compact habit make it one of the better ginkgos for a large container. Use a pot of at least 50 to 60 centimetres across, a free draining potting mix, and water through summer since pots dry quickly. Feed in spring, and repot or root prune every few years.

How do I care for Ginkgo 'Fishtail'?

Water deeply through the first two summers while roots establish, then it becomes largely self sufficient. Mulch to 75 millimetres, keeping it clear of the trunk. Feed once in early spring with a balanced slow release fertiliser. Pruning is rarely needed beyond removing damaged wood in winter, since the tree builds its own even framework.

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Ginkgo biloba ‘Fishtail’ – Fishtail Maidenhair Tree works in an:

  • Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
  • Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
  • Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
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