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TILIA monticola
Commonly known as American lime, Basswood
(Syn. caroliniana subsp. heterophylla - toothed, dark green leaves, covered with silvery down. Pale yellow fragrant flowers.
£30.00
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Good to know
A specimen tree. One of the last trees to flower. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Gall mites on leaves, scale insects on bark, aphids(producing sticky honeydew), honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot -
Place of origin
Southeastern USA -
DeciduousLarge, ovate leaves to 15cm (6in) long by 12cm (4¾in) wide or more. Young leaves emerge with a reddish tint
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White
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Cup-shaped
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
15m (49ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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TreeMedium-sized, branching tree. Produces small, cup-shaped flowers in floral bracts 7-15cm (2¾-6in) long followed by dry, nut-like fruits
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Full sun
Shelter from strong winds -
Partial shade
Light, dappled shade -
Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size15m (49ft)
10m (33ft)
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