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Basswood

Tilia Americana

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Overview

Tilia americana, commonly known as Basswood, is a stately deciduous tree valued for its uniform shape and fragrant creamy-yellow flowers. Typically reaching 60-80 feet in height with a spread of 35-50 feet, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soil conditions. Its dense foliage offers summer shade while the small fruits attract wildlife, making it an ideal ecological addition to extensive landscape designs.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–8Climate Temperate
Basswood (Tilia Americana) — commonly known as Basswood

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Tiliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (77)

Basswood (Tilia Americana) — which are typically 4 to 8 inches in length and exhibit a subtle serration on the edges, image 73
Basswood (Tilia Americana) — emerge with a light green hue and mature to a deep; and typically requires minimal upkeep once established, image 74
Basswood (Tilia Americana) — Fragrant cream-colored flowers bloom in early summer; commonly known as the American Basswood or American Linden, image 76
Basswood (Tilia Americana) — Come autumn, the foliage transitions to a delightful yellow color, contributing to the fall palette; tree for full, image 75
Basswood (Tilia Americana) — attracting pollinators such as bees; with individual trees reaching upwards of 130 feet under ideal, image 77

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