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Tilia cordata - Little Lead Linden

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Tilia cordata is a distinguished landscape gem, commonly recognized as the Little Leaf Linden. Standing as a proud testament to natural beauty, its towering presence matures to a stately 60-70 feet, showcasing a refined pyramidal architectural stature. The Linden adorns itself with a lush canopy of deep green, heart-shaped leaves, which elegantly metamorphose into a warm golden yellow hue as Autumn graces the scene. Summer ushers in the bloom of its fragrant, yellowish-white flowers, infusing the surroundings with a delicate aroma and enchanting the onlooking pollinators with its nectar-rich banquet. Not merely a spectacle for the eyes, the Little Leaf Linden is a sturdy arboreal champion, flourishing in full sun to partial shade, and showing remarkable resilience to urban pollution. It requires moderate watering, and its capability to thrive in a wide range of soil conditions only amplifies its versatility. An ever-attractive proposition for wide avenues and expansive gardens, the Tilia cordata gracefully unites aesthetic appeal, ecological value, and robust strength, becoming a preferred choice for both residential and public landscaping projects.

  • Size: 60-70 feet tall
  • Flowers: Fragrant, yellowish-white flowers
  • Foilage: Deep green, heart-shaped leaves; yellow in autumn
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Nectar-rich flowers attract honeybees
  • Commonly purchased with Tilia cordata (Little Lead Linden)

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