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Littleleaf Linden

Tilia Cordata

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Overview

The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its dense, heart-shaped foliage and fragrant, yellow-white flowers. Maturing to 60-70 feet in height with a 35-50 foot spread, it offers a symmetrical, pyramidal shape, turning to a more rounded crown with age. Ideal for urban landscapes due to its adaptability, this deciduous tree provides summer shade and attracts pollinators. Hardy in zones 3-7, it requires well-drained soils.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its dense
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its denseLittleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Maturing to 60-70 feet in height with a 35-50 foot spreadLittleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Ideal for urban landscapes due to its adaptabilityLittleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — turning to a more rounded crown with ageLittleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — this deciduous tree provides summer shade and attracts pollinatorsLittleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Hardy in zones 3-7, it requires well-drained soils+40

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Malvaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — heart-shaped foliage and fragrant
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its dense
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Maturing to 60-70 feet in height with a 35-50 foot spread
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Ideal for urban landscapes due to its adaptability
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — turning to a more rounded crown with age
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — this deciduous tree provides summer shade and attracts pollinators
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Hardy in zones 3-7, it requires well-drained soils
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — scientifically known as Tilia cordata
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — often reaching 60 to 70 feet in height with a spread of 35 to 50 feet
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — is a deciduous tree cherished for its ornamental and functional qualities in landscape design
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — each measuring 1.5 to 3 inches long
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — making it an excellent choice for both shade and street plantings
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — that flutter pleasingly in the breeze and cast a cool
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — adding seasonal interest to any landscape.<br><br>Flowering in early summer
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — The leaves turn an attractive yellow in the fall
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — creamy-yellow flowers arranged in drooping cymes
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — the Littleleaf Linden produces highly fragrant
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — offering not just visual appeal
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — round nutlets that persist into the fall.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — but also a haven for pollinators
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — this species is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — but it thrives best in well-drained
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — As an urban-tolerant tree
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — It requires full sun to partial shade to maintain its health and dense foliage

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