Ginkgo biloba Magyar

Magyar Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo biloba ‘Magyar’ is a strong, upright, narrowly columnar deciduous tree selected for its fast growth and uniform, vertical habit. Fan-shaped green leaves emerge fresh in spring, remain clean through summer, and turn a brilliant golden yellow in fall, while blooms are inconspicuous and not ornamentally significant. Its tight, vertical form makes it an excellent choice for streetscapes, narrow spaces, and formal plantings.

Type: Deciduous tree

Mature Size:
Width: 10–15 ft
Height: 40–50 ft
(10-year size: approx. 20–25 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide)

USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Narrow, upright, columnar
Light: Full sun (best growth and fall color)
Soil: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soils but tolerant of urban conditions
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Generally not browsed by deer; not a significant wildlife attractor


Features & Landscape Uses


Narrow, space-saving shade or street tree



Strong central leader with uniform growth



Ideal for avenues, screens, and tight urban sites



Extremely tolerant of pollution and tough conditions




Care
Very low-maintenance and long-lived. Plant in full sun for best performance. Minimal pruning required—primarily to maintain a central leader when young. Highly tolerant of heat, salt, and pollution; avoid poorly drained soils. Generally pest- and disease-free.

 

Plant type

Deciduous Tree

Height

40-50'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Narrow Upright

Bark

Fissured

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes

10-year height

6-8'

10-year width

20'