Linden, American

Tilia americana

Priced by size: $24.99-$159.99

Size (HxW): 40’ x 25’

Growth Habit: Broad pyramidal

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 2b

Large (4-8”) glossy green, heart-shaped foliage turns butter yellow in fall

Creamy yellow flowers produce high quality honey & can be used in tea

Blooms in late June – early July

Excellent form makes this a great shade tree

Foliage is edible in early spring; similar taste to spinach

Native to the prairies

Non-suckering, but may occasionally have small branches sprouting at the base of the trunk

Medium Growth Rate: 12-14”/year

Row spacing: minimum 10-20’ apart

Root space: plant at least 25-30’ from foundations

Life expectancy: 80-100 years

Plant Care:

● Prune in early spring or late fall ● Requires even moisture & well drained soil ● Additional watering recommended during dry seasons ● Tolerates medium textured clay and sandy soil

Description

Size (HxW): 40’ x 25’

Growth Habit: Broad pyramidal

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 2b

Large (4-8”) glossy green, heart-shaped foliage turns butter yellow in fall
Creamy yellow flowers produce high quality honey & can be used in tea
Blooms in late June – early July
Excellent form makes this a great shade tree
Foliage is edible in early spring; similar taste to spinach
Native to the prairies
Non-suckering, but may occasionally have small branches sprouting at the base of the trunk
Medium Growth Rate: 12-14”/year
Row spacing: minimum 10-20’ apart
Root space: plant at least 25-30’ from foundations
Life expectancy: 80-100 years