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.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
Availability
Clear stem (1) Topiary (2)
Size
Root ball size
Packaging
Amount
Delivery period
50-60 cube shaped
Wire rootballed
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
60-70 cube shaped
Wire rootballed
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
Specifications
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Height
30 - 40 m
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, block on trunk
Origin
Europe
Synonyms
Tilia ×vulgaris, Tilia intermedia
Block on stem Clear 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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