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Tilia americana

Family Tiliaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   2a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 25 m (50 - 80 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 15 m (25 - 50 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description As a flowering tree, Tilia americana (American linden) makes a bold statement in your garden and adds structure as well. Tilia americana (American linden) bears pastel yellow and fragrant blossoms during early summer. This tree is upright and has dark lime foliage that is matte and coarse textured. The fruit produced by Tilia americana (American linden) is showy. The bark is fissured in texture.
Typical Uses Shade and street planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Tilia americana .