Tilia ×europaea – Common European linden, European basswood

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Tilia ×europaea – Common European linden, European basswood

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A very old hybrid between T. cordata and T. platyphyllos. Although this tree originated in cultivation, it can also appear spontaneously in the wild. The Dutch linden is a tree with a somewhat variable, broad, pyramidal crown. A few very heavy main branches grow from the heavy trunk and on those irregular lateral branches grow. The bark remains thin for a long time, and later develops deep grooves. Root suckers often grow around the trunk. The large leaves have a short, tapered top and serrated edge. The base of the leaf is usually somewhat slanted. The flowers grow in pendulous umbels of 3 to11 together. The bract has a short stem and is 9 - 10 cm long. Because there are many good cultivars, the species itself is rarely used anymore. Prone to aphid infestation, resulting in honeydew and sooty mould. Suitable as a shaped tree. Tilia x europaea was much used in earlier times to provide shade on farms. Because Tilia takes pruning exceptionally well, it is also often pruned to create a trained tree.
Availability
Clear stem (2)
Specifications
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Height
30 - 40 m
Width
15-20m
Crown
broad pyramidal, half-open crown
Bark and branches
grey, grooved, twigs bare, green, later brown
Leaf
heart-shaped, broad, slightly slanted base, dark green, 5 - 12 cm
Flowers
in umbels, Ø 7 – 10 cm, flowers 3 – 11 together, yellowish-white, June/July, fragrant flowers
Fruits
round to oval, Ø 0.6 cm, greyish brown, felt-like hair
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
all
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Europe
Synonyms
Tilia ×vulgaris, Tilia intermedia
Clear stem tree feathered tree Multi-stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind broad conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green white yellow June average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Fragrant flowers playground tree
Applications and inspiration
Shaped trees and espaliers: the solution where there is little space!
Related projects
Old Harbour - Oud-Beijerland
Frequently asked questions
Tilia ×europaea

Tilia ×europaea can eventually reach a height of 30 - 40 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Tilia ×europaea is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 30 - 40 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Tilia ×europaea is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Tilia ×europaea with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Tilia ×europaea blooms in june.
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