Ginkgo, Biloba Mariken #6
Ginkgo Biloba Mariken
Ginkgo biloba 'Mariken'
- Height: Typically reaches 3–4 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
- Spread: Approximately 7–8 feet wide
- Spacing: Plant 6–8 feet apart for a tidy, striking display
- Growth Rate: Very slow; about 2–3 inches per year
- Deciduous
Description
Ginkgo Biloba Mariken delivers an inspiring, sculptural focal point for any Michigan landscape. This dwarf cultivar, renowned for its unique fan-shaped leaves, remains compact—reaching only 3–4 feet in height while spreading gracefully to 7–8 feet. In full sun, its foliage maintains a rich green color throughout the growing season before transforming into a brilliant golden-yellow display each fall. As a male cultivar, it produces no fruit, ensuring a clean and satisfying look year after year. Perfect for container plantings or as a solitary specimen, Ginkgo Biloba Mariken is a stunning, pollution-tolerant addition that adds fresh architectural interest to even the smallest spaces.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; at least 6 hours of direct light daily is ideal for vibrant growth and fall color.
- Watering: Provide regular moisture during establishment; once mature, this resilient tree performs well with minimal supplemental water.
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperatures, keeping mulch slightly away from the trunk for optimal airflow.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed—simply remove any damaged or crossing branches in early spring to maintain a polished, neat form.
Ginkgo Biloba Mariken offers a lovely and refreshing accent to Michigan landscapes, blending compact stature, stunning fall color, and enduring architectural elegance for a truly captivating display.