Ginkgo - ginkgo biloba
Advanced Level
Care Profile
The Ginkgo Biloba Bonsai, often referred to as a living fossil, is prized for its unique fan-shaped leaves that turn a brilliant gold in autumn before dropping dramatically. This deciduous tree is relatively easy to care for and is a popular choice among enthusiasts for its elegance and stunning seasonal display.
Guides for Ginkgo - ginkgo biloba
🔒 PremiumGinkgo Biloba - Choosing a Ceramic Bonsai Pot
Choosing a pot for the Ginkgo involves acknowledging its unusual structure and vigorous growth.
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Temperature Guide
The Ginkgo is a temperate species and must undergo a period of sustained cold below 7C to fulfil its natural dormancy cycle
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Pests and Disease Guide
resilience is one of the reasons it is such a popular and easy-to-care-for bonsai species.
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Sun Exposure Guide
The Ginkgo thrives on high light intensity during its active growing season.
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Watering Guide
The watering regimen must change based on the tree's activity level throughout the year.
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Propagation Guide
While seed is the traditional method, cuttings offer a faster way to obtain clonal material.
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Pruning Guide
Its unique growth habit—producing strong, straight leaders and having brittle wood—means its pruning techniques are aggressive and rely heavily on the "cut-and-grow"
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Re-Potting Guide
The timing of repotting for a Ginkgo is crucial to minimise stress and maximise recovery during its most vigorous growth period
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Fertilising Guide
Its high metabolic rate and powerful growth mean it is a heavy feeder and requires a robust, consistent, and well-timed fertilisation schedule
Ginkgo Bonsai Care Guide
a unique, ancient deciduous tree prized for its fan-shaped leaves and brilliant golden autumn colour. It is highly resilient and generally easy to care
🔒 PremiumGinkgo - Bonsai Wiring Guide
Understanding the limitations of Ginkgo wood is essential before attempting to wire.