TREASURE TREES
#055 Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)
This Ginkgo was located on private property adjacent to three other treasure trees that are located in a private park: #018, #019, and #045. This tree was planted in a private garden designed by Frederick Law Olmstead for Governor Cameron Morrison. This specific Ginkgo died in 2014 and was removed shortly after.
Statistics (1992)
- Circumference (In.): 108"
- Height (Ft.): 81'
- Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 67'
- Total Points: 206
More Information
- Nominated By: Virginia MacGuire
- Year Added: 1992
- Owned By: Melvin and Teresa Graham
- Current condition: Gone
- Neighborhood: Barclay Downs
- Property Type: Private Home
- Nearest Address: Private Property
- Ecological Value: The Ginkgo is a prehistoric tree. According to fossil records, it was last seen in North America 7 million years ago. The Ginkgo is a very good street tree, often utilized in Charlotte and even New York City.
- Nominated By: Virginia MacGuire
- Year Added: 1992
- Owned By: Melvin and Teresa Graham
- Current condition: Gone
- Neighborhood: Barclay Downs
- Property Type: Private Home
- Nearest Address: Private Property
- Ecological Value: The Ginkgo is a prehistoric tree. According to fossil records, it was last seen in North America 7 million years ago. The Ginkgo is a very good street tree, often utilized in Charlotte and even New York City.