American Linden; American Basswood (Tilia americana)
American Linden; American Basswood (Tilia americana)
American Linden; American Basswood (Tilia americana)

American Linden; American Basswood (Tilia americana)

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Item #:806478

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Hardy, deciduous, Eastern North American tree

Large, dark green, ovate leaves up to 6” with silvery undersides; in early summer, an abundance of small, fragrant, yellowish flowers are paired with papery, leaf-like bracts; small, round, hard fruits form after the flowers

Origin: Eastern North America

Native to a wide range of growing conditions in Eastern North America, this handsome, useful species has long been harvested for its fibrous inner bark and soft, light wood. The flower nectar is very attractive to bees and makes a fine honey, hence the common name Bee Tree, while the dried flowers are used in tea. Thomas Jefferson included “Linden, or lime. Tilia Americana” as an ornamental native in his book, Notes on the State of Virginia (1782).

Arrives in a 2 gallon pot.

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Details

Genus Tilia
Species americana
USDA Zones 2 - 8
Exposure Full Sun to Light Shade
Habit Grows 50 to 80-feet high and 30 to 50-feet wide; dense crown becomes rounded with age
Culture Prefers moist, well drained, fertile soil; tolerates some drought
Attributes Attracts bees/butterflies, Drought tolerant, Fragrant
Jefferson documented


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