Silver Linden
(White Linden, Silver Lime)
Tilia Tomentosa
This linden has heart-shaped leaves that are silvery-white beneath and June flowers that are highly fragrant. All linden species are great trees to plant where bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are welcome. Bees especially, will be attracted to the blooming flowers in droves. The species has male and female flowers on the same tree.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to Asia, Native to Europe |
| Height | Large (60-100ft) |
| Width | Wide |
| Form | Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Longevity | Long (over 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Slightly Alkaline |
| Other Tolerances | Road Salt, Urban Pollution |
| Ornamental Interest | Flowers (fragrant), Leaves (colour) |
| Wildlife Value | Bees (flowers), Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterflies (flowers), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Hummingbirds (flowers), Insect Pollinators (flowers), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online |
