It is not for nothing that the easy-care ginkgo has become a popular ornamental tree in the home garden. Its strikingly shaped leaves turn bright yellow in autumn, so the tree is a great eye-catcher practically all year round.

Regular pruning keeps the ginkgo small

How Does a Ginkgo Grow Naturally?

Naturally, the ginkgo grows quite slowly. It takes many years before it reaches its final height of a good thirty meters. Some varieties also stay smaller. Most of the time, the young ginkgo grows quite straight and slender and does not have a pronounced crown. This only develops after about 25 years. With appropriate pruning, you can ensure that your ginkgo gets a typical tree shape earlier.

Do I need to prune my ginkgo regularly?

The ginkgo has existed for millions of years without any human assistance. He will continue to do so. Your ginkgo does not need regular pruning. However, you should always remove diseased and/or dry branches, if only for the sake of appearance.

Can I keep a Ginkgo small by cutting it?

It is quite possible to keep a ginkgo small by pruning it carefully. However, you should start early and prune the tree regularly. With skill, you can also train a ginkgo to become a bonsai.

What do I have to pay attention to when cutting the ginkgo?

It is important that you only ever cut the young shoots of your ginkgo tree and not the old wood. The sooner you start pruning, the sooner your ginkgo will take on the shape you want. Above all, you should shorten the shoots that grow outwards, including the main shoot.

The essentials in brief:

  • Shape cutting possible
  • start with a young tree
  • cut annually
  • Shorten the main drive
  • don't cut into old wood
  • Shorten annual side shoots
  • Prune outward growing shoots

tips

A ginkgo is easy to trim, but you should start early. Frequent pruning is necessary for a nice dense crown.

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