Overview
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ginkgo, part of the Ginkgoaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' is a cultivar of the Ginkgo genus, known for its sizable deciduous trees with spreading branched habits and distinctive fan-shaped leaves divided into two lobes. This cultivar thrives in full sun and adapts well to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. Suitable for both exposed and sheltered locations, it is hardy to UK zone H6. 'Landliebe' is ideal for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, as well as cottage and informal garden settings, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ginkgo
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe'
- Propagation
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe'?
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' need?
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' hardy in the UK?
Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ginkgo biloba 'Landliebe'?
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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