Ginkgo biloba Chi Chi

Chi Chi Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo biloba ‘Chi Chi’ is a compact, irregularly upright deciduous tree valued for its unique form featuring knobby, aerial root-like projections (“chi-chi”) that develop along the trunk and branches with age, along with distinctive fan-shaped green leaves that turn a rich golden-yellow in fall, creating strong architectural and seasonal interest.


Mature Size:
Width: 10–15 ft
Height: 15–25 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained; highly adaptable to a wide range of soils
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Minimal wildlife interest; typically a male selection

Landscape Uses: Specimen tree, focal point, small landscapes, collectors’ gardens

 

Plant type

Deciduous Tree

Height

15-25'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Clay, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Compact, Upright

Bark

Fissured

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes