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    • Photo of Tilia insularis close-up, foliage, form by Stan Shebs

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    Tilia insularis

    Also Known As

    • Korean Lime
    • Korean Linden

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 40'-65'
    • W: 30'-60'

    planting zones

    • 6a-8b

    Tilia insularis plant details

    Tilia insularis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and high - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Tilia insularis

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 30 FT - 60 FT - wide, 40 FT - 65 FT - tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in spring
    Uses: heart-shaped leaves, serrated leaves

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Tilia insularis

    USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: high - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Fragrant flowers are profusely borne by this small-medium Linden with its toothed, heart-to-kidney-shaped leaves. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Tilia insularis plant

    How to Grow Tilia insularis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • high - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Tilia cordata Greenspire™

    Scientific Name: Tilia cordata 'PNI 6025'

    aka Tilia cordata 'Greenspire', Tilia cordata Greenspire®, Greenspire™ Littleleaf Linden, LINDEN

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 40'-70'

    Width: 30'-50'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Tilia cordata Greenspire™ flower by Forestfarm
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    Tilia americana

    aka American Basswood, American Linden

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    2a-8b

    Size

    Height: 60'-100'

    Width: 30'-50'

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Tilia americana foliage by Schzmo
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    Tilia japonica

    aka Japanese Lime, Japanese Linden

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    6a-8b

    Size

    Height: 50'-65'

    Width: 35'-50'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Tilia japonica buds by Plant Image Library
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    Tilia platyphyllos

    aka Largeleaf Basswood, Largeleaf Linden

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 60'-100'

    Width: 40'-80'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Tilia platyphyllos new growth by Plant Image Library
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    Tilia platyphyllos 'Laciniata'

    aka Lanciniata Cut-leaf Linden

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 50'

    Width: 25'

    • sun - shade
    • regular
    Photo of Tilia platyphyllos 'Laciniata' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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