Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Ginkgo biloba 'JN9' (Sky Tower®)
Mature Height: 40–50'
Mature Width: 10–15'
Recommended Spacing: 10–15'
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (6–12" per year)
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soil
Overview
Sky Tower Ginkgo is a narrow, upright male cultivar valued for its columnar shape and brilliant golden fall color. It’s a fantastic choice for smaller spaces, formal plantings, or urban environments where space is limited.
Best Uses
• Street or boulevard tree
• Privacy or vertical accent
• Formal or tight landscapes
Tips for Success
• Plant in full sun for best fall color
• Water regularly the first few seasons
• Requires little pruning once established