GINKGO BILOBA PRINCETON SENTRY® / PRINCETON SENTRY® MAIDENHAIR TREE

GINKGO BILOBA PRINCETON SENTRY® / PRINCETON SENTRY® MAIDENHAIR TREE

A Columnar Ginkgo for Narrow Spaces with Brilliant Fall Color

Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry®', also known as Princeton Sentry® Maidenhair Tree, is a columnar cultivar of the classic Ginkgo. It retains the iconic fan-shaped leaves and vibrant golden-yellow autumn foliage of the traditional Ginkgo but in a more upright, narrow form. This makes it an excellent choice for gardens or landscapes with limited horizontal space, such as narrow garden beds, streetscapes, or small urban environments.

Why Choose Princeton Sentry® Maidenhair Tree?

• Columnar Shape: The tree’s upright, narrow form makes it ideal for tight spaces where traditional broad trees may not fit.
• Brilliant Fall Foliage: Like other Ginkgo varieties, 'Princeton Sentry®' offers beautiful golden-yellow leaves in fall, creating a striking seasonal display.
• Urban Tolerant: Resilient to pollution and difficult urban conditions, making it a great choice for city landscapes.
• Pest and Disease Resistant: Known for its resistance to pests, diseases, and environmental stress, ensuring easy care and long-lasting health.

Key Features:

• Columnar Growth Habit: A narrow, upright tree that reaches 30–40 feet in height and only 10–15 feet in width, making it perfect for small urban gardens or narrow spaces.
• Stunning Fall Color: The leaves turn bright yellow in fall, adding a golden glow to the landscape.
• Adaptable & Tolerant: Tolerates a variety of soil types, including urban soils, and is well-suited to withstand pollution, drought, and other challenging conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it requires minimal care and is relatively pest-free, making it easy to maintain.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 30–40 feet tall, 10–15 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for best growth and fall color.
• Soil Requirements: Thrives in well-drained soils but can adapt to a wide range of soil types.

Ideal Uses:

• Narrow Spaces: Its columnar shape makes it perfect for small gardens, narrow city streets, or parking strips.
• Urban Environments: The tree thrives in city conditions, with its ability to handle pollution, compacted soils, and other stressors.
• Specimen Tree: Its upright form and vibrant fall color make it an attractive specimen tree for any landscape.
• Street Tree: An excellent choice for planting along streets, walkways, or avenues where space is at a premium.

Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry®' is the ideal choice for those looking to enjoy the timeless beauty and seasonal appeal of the Ginkgo in a smaller, narrow space. With its columnar growth habit, bright golden foliage, and resilience, it provides beauty and function for urban landscapes or limited garden areas.