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

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Tilia cordata can handle environmental stressors such as pollution and limited soil space

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — <br><br>The Littleleaf Linden is relatively low maintenance

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — making it a resilient choice for both public and private gardens

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — with occasional pruning to remove dead or weak branches and to preserve its neat appearance

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — which is a significant advantage in urban settings

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Its non-invasive root system minimizes issues with sidewalks or underground utilities

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — timeless addition that offers shade

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — and ecological benefits for any landscape design

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — white flowers in the garden

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — tree for full

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — tree with white blooms

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — heart-shaped foliage and fragrant; making it an excellent choice for both shade and street plantings

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a cherished ornamental tree prized for its dense; turning to a more rounded crown

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — turning to a more rounded crown with age; tilia cordata can handle environmental stressors such as pollution and limited

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Maturing to 60-70 feet in height with a 35-50 foot spread; offering not just visual appeal

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Ideal for urban landscapes due to its adaptability; and ecological benefits for any landscape design

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — this deciduous tree provides summer shade and attracts pollinators; turning to a more rounded crown with age

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — scientifically known as Tilia cordata; offering not just visual appeal

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — is a deciduous tree cherished for its ornamental and functional qualities in landscape design; tilia cordata can handle

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — often reaching 60 to 70 feet in height with a spread of 35 to 50 feet; and ecological benefits for any landscape design

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — making it an excellent choice for both shade and street plantings; turning to a more rounded crown with age

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — Hardy in zones 3-7, it requires well-drained soils; making it an excellent choice for both shade and street plantings

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia Cordata) — each measuring 1.5 to 3 inches long; making it an excellent choice for both shade and street plantings

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