Common Name:
Princeton Sentry Ginkgo
Description:
Ginkgo biloba ‘Princeton Sentry’ is a narrow upright deciduous tree prized for its strong columnar growth habit, exceptional hardiness, and brilliant golden autumn foliage. This refined male selection of the ancient Ginkgo tree develops a dense vertical canopy of distinctive fan-shaped green leaves that turn vibrant golden-yellow in autumn before falling in a spectacular seasonal display. Its slim profile makes it particularly valuable for avenue planting, urban landscapes, screening, and smaller gardens where width is limited. ‘Princeton Sentry’ is highly tolerant of pollution, heat, frost, and challenging urban conditions, making it one of the most reliable low-maintenance feature trees for Melbourne’s climate. It performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and develops strong drought tolerance once established. As a male cultivar, it does not produce the messy or foul-smelling fruit associated with female ginkgo trees. With its architectural form, longevity, and outstanding seasonal colour, this variety is an excellent choice for formal and contemporary landscapes alike.
Form:
Mature Size:
- Height: 10–15 m
- Width: 3–5 m
Aspect:
Flowering:
- Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions
Flower Colour:
- Flower colour insignificant
Key Attributes:
- Autumn Colour
- Deciduous
- Disease Resistant
- Drought Tolerant
- Feature Tree
- Perennial
- Suitable for Avenue Planting
- Suitable for Screening
- Suitable for Small Gardens
Toxicity:
- Seeds and raw plant material may be mildly toxic if ingested in large quantities.
- Flesh from female fruits may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
- Male cultivars such as ‘Princeton Sentry’ do not produce fruit.
Companion Plants:
- Clivia
- Helleborus
- Hydrangea
- Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa)
- Liriope
- Magnolia
- Nandina
- Viburnum
- Woodland ferns
This cultivar is grown by Flemings Nurseries, one of Australia's most renowned growers.
Image used with permission from Fleming’s Nurseries.
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