Plant Database
Saratoga Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba ‘Saratoga’
Ginkgo biloba 'Saratoga' is a refined, male cultivar of the ancient maidenhair tree, prized for its unique, pendulous branching and exceptionally uniform, fan-shaped leaves with deep, distinct notches. This slow-growing deciduous tree develops a pyramidal to oval form with gracefully arching branches that weep slightly at the tips, creating a soft, elegant silhouette. The medium to dark green, leathery leaves are deeply divided into two distinct lobes, often with wavy or fringed margins, giving them a delicate, textured appearance. In autumn, the foliage transforms into a brilliant, uniform golden-yellow, creating a spectacular, luminous display. As a male clone, it produces no messy, foul-smelling fruit. Exceptionally tough, pest-free, and long-lived, 'Saratoga' offers the timeless beauty and resilience of Ginkgo in a unique, ornamental form, ideal for specimen plantings, street trees, and Asian-inspired gardens.