Overview
Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' is a columnar upright,spreading branched trees in the genus Ginkgo, part of the Ginkgoaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural and low maintenance.
About
Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' is a cultivar of the Ginkgo genus, known for its sizable deciduous trees with fan-shaped, two-lobed leaves. This cultivar features a columnar upright habit with spreading branches, making it suitable for architectural planting. It thrives in full sun and can tolerate a range of soil types and pH levels, provided the soil is well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H6, 'Lil' Matthew' is low maintenance and best grown in fertile, well-drained soil with sun or part shade exposure.
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 'Lil' Matthew' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright,Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew'
- Propagation
- 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 'Lil' Matthew'?
Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' need?
Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' 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 'Lil' Matthew' hardy in the UK?
Ginkgo biloba 'Lil' Matthew' 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 'Lil' Matthew'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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