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TILIA henryana
Commonly known as Chinese lime
A rare tree with huge ovate leaves which have pronounced bristles or teeth. Attractive and unusual flowers in the autumn
£35.00 each
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Good to know
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
Central China. -
DeciduousGlossy, bright-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long, red-tinged when young and with long, bristle-like teeth.
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White
Creamy white. -
Cup-shaped
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
To 25m (82ft) -
Spread
To 25m (82ft)
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TreeSpreading tree. Produces clusters of up to 25 flowers 1.5cm (½in) across.
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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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Spring 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
Avoid very dry conditions and protect from strong winds. -
Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Mature Sizeto 25m (82ft)
to 25m (82ft)
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