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Tilia americana

Also Known As

  • American Basswood
  • American Linden

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 60'-100'
  • W: 30'-50'

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

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Tilia americana plant details

Tilia americana is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by white and yellow fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tilia americana

Plant type: tree
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 50 FT - wide, 60 FT - 100 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tilia americana

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Adaptable, this rounded shade tree is a rapid grower with big heart-shaped leaves and pendulous 6" clusters of fragrant flowers. S/M

Gardening facts about Tilia americana plant

How to Grow Tilia americana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • white
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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