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Also Known As

  • Ginkgo 'Lightning'
  • White Lightning Maidenhair Tree
  • White Lightning Variegated Ginkgo

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-15'
  • W: 6'-12'

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning' plant details

Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning' is a broadleaf deciduous conifer shrub or tree with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: ginkgoaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has creamy white stripes on the otherwise green leaf. Slow growing as all of the variegated ginkgos.
A rare and much sought after cultivar. Very striking triangular-shaped white streaks decorated the lovely lobed leaves of this delightful tree making it look as if it were covered with fluttering fans! Autumn shows off its delightful golden color; a favorite of ours. Perfect for smaller spaces or large container; slow-growing to perhaps 8-12'. S/M
This rare and much sought after clone has wide bands of white variegation on green fan-shaped leaves - striking...like lightning! 8' tall in 8 years. Luminous butterscotch and ivory fall color. Minimum temperature: -30°F

Gardening facts about Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning' plant

How to Grow Ginkgo biloba 'White Lightning'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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