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Tilia cordata 'Greenspire'-Littleleaf Linden-Dense pyramidal shape 3.5-4" cal B&B

Tilia cordata 'Greenspire'-Littleleaf Linden-Dense pyramidal shape 3.5-4" cal B&B

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Tilia cordata 'Greenspire'

Description

Tilia cordata 'Greenspire', commonly known as 'Greenspire' Littleleaf Linden, is a deciduous tree known for its dense, pyramidal shape and glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It is a popular choice for urban landscapes due to its tolerance of pollution and compact growth habit.

Suggested Uses

This tree is ideal for street plantings, parks, and large gardens. It provides excellent shade and can be used as a specimen tree or in group plantings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Tilia cordata 'Greenspire'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Greenspire' Littleleaf Linden
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 40-50 feet tall, 30-40 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes, flowers have a pleasant scent
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other deciduous trees, shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for aphids and treat if necessary.
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