Tilia americana

American Linden (American Basswood)

  • Oval to rounded crown
  • Dark green leaves turn pale yellow in fall
  • Fragrant pale yellow flowers
  • Winter twigs and buds are reddish in color

  • Category: Tree
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-8
  • Height: 65-85 ft
  • Spread: 40-50 ft
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
  • Foliage Color: Dark Green
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Noted for its creamy yellow, fragrant flowers in late spring. When in full bloom bees often visit so frequently you can hear humming from the tree.

Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Yellow
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Attributes
Fall Color
Fragrant
Great Foliage
Low Maintenance
Specimen
Habit
Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring