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Littleleaf Linden

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Littleleaf Linden

Shade tree

Tilia cordata

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 3–7
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 360" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • pH 6–7.5
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  • Overview

    A refined European shade tree beloved for its perfectly heart-shaped leaves and sweetly fragrant summer flowers that attract beneficial pollinators. This well-mannered tree maintains a neat, pyramidal shape without aggressive pruning and tolerates urban conditions exceptionally well. Its dense foliage provides excellent shade while the fragrant blooms create a delightful sensory experience in the garden.

  • Planting

    Seeds require 3-4 months cold stratification. Best planted as nursery specimens in spring or fall.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 360" apart. Germination: 30-90.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, Japanese beetle, linden borer. Common diseases: Leaf spot, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt.