Ginkgo and Honey locust are often considered for the same spot in the garden (specimen, shade). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Ginkgo biloba 6 m × 5 m after 10 years
A distinctive, ancient tree with fan-shaped leaves that all turn brilliant golden yellow at once in autumn. It has almost no pests or diseases,…
Gleditsia triacanthos 7 m × 5 m after 10 years
A large tree with a loose crown and fine, fern-like foliage that casts only dappled shade, so lawn and other plants still grow underneath. It copes…
Honey locust grows faster than Ginkgo.
Honey locust needs less water than Ginkgo.
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Feature
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Ginkgo
|
Honey locust
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|---|---|---|
| Group | Large tree | Large tree |
| Size after 10 years | 6 m × 5 m | 7 m × 5 m |
| Ultimate size | 15–25 m × 9–15 m | 9–24 m × 8–15 m |
| Growth rate | Slow | Fast |
| Light | Full sun | Full sun |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous |
| Hardiness | down to -34 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) | down to -34 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) |
| Foliage | Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Flowering | April–May, green | May–June, green, yellow |
| Water need | Medium | Low |
| Drought tolerance | High | High |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
| Planting distance | 800 cm | 800 cm |
| For dogs | Toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic |
| For cats | Toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic |
| For children | Toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic |
| Typical price | approx. HUF 22,000 | approx. HUF 25,000 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 13, 2026
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