{"product_id":"tempeltrae-ginkgo-biloba-fro-6-stk","title":"Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) | seeds, 6 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tempeltræ, ginkgo, ginkgotræ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maidenhair tree, ginkgo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e is a unique deciduous tree with a botanical history spanning more than 200 million years. The species is considered a \"living fossil\" and is the only living member of its plant genus. Originally native to China, where it has been cultivated for centuries around temples and monasteries, it is today widespread and appreciated worldwide for its beauty, resilience, and cultural historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are characteristic, \u003cstrong\u003efan-shaped and often two-lobed\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a fresh light green color during the growing season. In the autumn, they turn an intense, golden yellow, which makes \u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e one of the most eye-catching ornamental trees in gardens, parks, and urban spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree has a slow but steady growth and often develops a beautiful, upright, and pyramid-shaped crown in its early years, which in time becomes broader and more characterful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e is a very robust tree that thrives best in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003emoderate watering during the establishment phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ea sunny location for optimal growth and autumn color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is \u003cstrong\u003every hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e and can tolerate frost down to about \u003cstrong\u003e-25 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for cultivation throughout Denmark. It is also remarkably resistant to \u003cstrong\u003epollution, diseases, and pests\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly suitable for both gardens and urban environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the tree is established, it is relatively undemanding and requires minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e require patience and often a period of cold to germinate optimally. For best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ecleaning the seeds (remove pulp, if present)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esoaking in water for 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eit can be advantageous to carefully crack or remove the hard seed coat (e.g., with a nutcracker) to promote germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003estratification (cold treatment) in a moist medium for 4–8 weeks at refrigerator temperature. We have already stored the seeds in a refrigerator at 5 degrees. However, after removing the hard seed coat, this additional step may be beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esowing in well-drained soil at 18–22 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGermination can be irregular and take from \u003cstrong\u003eseveral weeks to months\u003c\/strong\u003e. The young plants grow slowly but are robust once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector's value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an \u003cstrong\u003eornamental and collector's tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it also has a long history of traditional use, especially in Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is dioecious, meaning that there are both male and female trees. Female trees produce fruits with seeds, while male trees are typically preferred in plantings, as they do not produce the characteristically pungent fruits. The seeds are, however, decorative and make growing from seeds a special experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor plant enthusiasts, \u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e is a truly unique species – not just a beautiful tree, but a living piece of botanical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wishes to grow a historic and hardy tree entirely from seed – an iconic species with unique leaves, beautiful autumn color, and a fascinating background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54175590285580,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Ginkgobiloba_1.jpg?v=1742769112","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/tempeltrae-ginkgo-biloba-fro-6-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}