This description is for Ginkgo biloba: A large deciduous tree, Ginkgo biloba is an intriguing option for landscape gardens or parklands. Its leaves are a peculiar fan shape, often with its broad mid-green leaf sporting a deep cut in its top. When autumn comes, its foliage turns an amazing light golden yellow. Not one for an aromatic garden, the female of the species produces fruit that gives off a nauseous odour while ripening. Known as the Maidenhair Tree, it is ideal for the city parks because of its hardiness. It thrives in well-drained soils in full sun locations and requires no pruning, so is the ultimate low maintenance tree.