When pollinated by a male, Ginkgo biloba produces almond sized orange nuts in a thin shell. Nuts can be stir fried or roasted. Primarily used in Chinese, Korean or Japanese dishes. Nuts come in a fruit-like inedible husk that has a pungent odor - if allowed to rot. However, if nuts are removed before the husk rots then the bad smell isn't present. Salem Lady Ginkgo is a heavy yielding variety of nice nuts. Selected in Salem, Oregon. Grafted Female.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: April. Need both male and female ginkgo for pollination.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, mildly fertile soils and good drainage.
CHILL HOURS: 600-1000hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. No pests or disease of note.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 30'-50' x 15'-40' - depends on source of information
