Tilia cordata

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Little-Leaf Linden

 
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Description

A large deciduous tree that can reach 30'-50' slowly, Littleleaf Linden creates a dense pyramid that can be used as a screen, then becoming rounded with age. Creamy yellow flowers bloom in summer, attracting bees. New foliage is light green, maturing to dark green, and somewhat glossy. Leaves flutter in breeze. Small round, light green nuts appear in fall, then maturing to tan in winter.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Red

 

Fruit Color

Brown, Green

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Park

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.