You can cut a ginkgo carefully into shape, but the ginkgo will sprout more at the cut areas. Cut off the top and the tree will branch out here too. Maybe this is even desirable because your ginkgo should have a nice, dense crown. So before pruning, think about what you want to achieve with it.
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Does a ginkgo have to be cut back at all?
The ginkgo has survived for millions of years without humans and their secateurs, so that it will also do without pruning in the future. If you are satisfied with its natural way of growing and if the tree is healthy, you do not need to prune it. Occasional frost damage should, however, be removed and dry branches should also be removed as soon as possible.
Will a wrongly cut ginkgo recover?
The ginkgo is so robust that it can withstand a rather radical cut. Nevertheless, you should carefully use your saw or secateurs, as it will take some time for your ginkgo to recover from a wrong or poorly placed cut. It is not one of the very fast growing plants.
What cuts keep a ginkgo small?
To keep a ginkgo small in the long run, there are various options. On the one hand you can prune back the tree yourself, on the other hand pruning the root ball also helps. It is even possible to raise a ginkgo as a bonsai.
The essentials in brief:
- Pruning stimulates new growth
- Shape cutting possible
- Recovery from the wrong cut takes time
Tips
Before you simply cut off the tip of a ginkgo, think about what you actually want to achieve with the cut back.
