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Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
Skinny Fit Ginkgo Tree (Ginkgo biloba 'Menhir') stands out with a tall, slim shape and unique, fan-shaped leaves that shine in bright green before shifting to a brilliant golden color each fall. This exceptional selection grows roughly 10 to 15 feet tall while staying just a few feet wide, delivering dramatic vertical impact without taking up much ground space. Its narrow silhouette fits beautifully as an accent near patios or entryways, and the classic ginkgo foliage provides an appealing contrast to broader trees or shrubs.
In addition to its eye-catching autumn show, this tree adapts remarkably well to varied soil types and resists most common diseases. Ginkgoes also tolerate urban conditions, allowing them to thrive in cityscapes as well as suburban yards. Their upright habit makes them equally suitable for accenting, screening, or container planting, where a vertical focal point can refresh a landscape design. Skinny Fit Ginkgo has a slow to medium growth rate and fits right into low-maintenance gardens with its easy care requirements.
Skinny Fit Ginkgo Tree Care
Select a site that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight for vigorous growth and more intense fall color. While adaptable, it prefers well-draining soil and regular watering, particularly during the first few seasons. Once established, it copes with short dry spells, though consistent moisture helps keep its leaves lush. A light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring can bolster new growth, especially if the soil is less than ideal. Adding mulch around the root zone helps maintain moisture levels and deters weeds, but leave the trunk uncovered for healthy airflow.
Most often, Skinny Fit Ginkgo requires little pruning. If needed, remove any crossing or damaged branches in late winter or early spring. Container growers may trim lightly to contain height, but over-pruning can disrupt its pleasing shape. In colder zones, consider placing containers in more sheltered spots and watering moderately during winter’s dry spells.
Skinny Fit Ginkgo Tree Spacing
For a row or living privacy screen, space trees about 3 to 4 feet apart so their columnar canopies gently meet. If planting a single specimen as a focal point, allow at least 4 feet of open space around it, highlighting its upright growth habit. Container-grown trees will benefit from a pot at least 14 inches in diameter to accommodate root expansion—update to a larger pot as the tree matures.
Skinny Fit Ginkgo Tree Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 Feet |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 30 - 40 Feet |
Mature Spread: 6 - 10 Feet |
Spacing: 6 - 10 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Green |
Flower Description: Yellowish-Green,Greenish-Yellow |
Bloom Period: Spring |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
Foliage Description: light green |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 3 Season Interest |
Watering: Moderate |
Resists: Deer, Rabbit, Disease, Pests & Insects |
Tolerates: Heat, Drought, Salt |
Attracts: Birds |
Container Role: Thriller |
Uses: Borders, Combinations, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Award Winner |
Brand: Proven Winners |
Common Name: Skinny Fit Ginkgo Tree |
Other Name(s): Princeton Sentry Ginkgo |
Scientific Name: Ginkgo biloba 'Menhir' |
- SKU:
- 1231020719-pc
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.