Tilia
( TILL - ee - uh )
At-A-Glance InformationThis genus of deciduous trees is commonly called Linden, and includes dense trees that are quite handsome and used commonly as shade trees. These trees need full sun and regular water, and develop fragrant yellow-white flower clusters in late spring and early summertime. Leaves are green and heart shaped, and nuts that follow flowers have papery bracts. Fall color varies.
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tilia Species and Varietals
Linden trees grow well in zones 1-17, though this varies somewhat depending on the species grown. For more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Tilia cordata (Little-Leaf Linden) This European native forms a dense pyramid 30-50 feet tall and 15-30 feet wide, with dark green leaves that have silvery undersides. These plants are tolerant of a wide range of conditions, and can be pruned into a hedge, used as a patio tree, or can line streets. These are also great shade trees for lawn areas. Varieties include 'Corinthian' (45 feet tall and 15 feet wide), 'Greenspire' (oval to pyramid-shaped canopy), 'Shamrock' (symmetrical pyramid shape), and 'Summer Sprite' (to 20 feet tall and 10 feet wide at a slow growth rate). |
Caring for and pruning tilia Trees
Propagation
Problems and Pests
Gallery
Videos
A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 631, Tilia
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