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TILIA insularis
Commonly known as Lime, Linden

Fragrant cream flowers in spring
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Good to know
Syn Tilia insularis Nakai -
Place of origin
Native of Korea on Daghelet Island (Cheju Do), introduced by Wilson in 1919. -
Deciduous
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Cream
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Woodland garden
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Height
40-8ft in the wild -
Tree
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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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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Bee friendly
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