Plant Details
Tilia Americana
Common name: American Basswood
A tall stately large tree with dark green leaves. In late spring, fragrant yellow flowers provide high quality nectar for bees. Fall color may be deep yellow.
Culture:
Grow in full sun or partial shade. Prefers deep moist soil but will grow in drier situations.
Use:
Best planted as a single specimen shade tree due to its large size. May also be used in woodlands.
Height:
60 to 80 feet
Spread:
30 to 50 feet
Color:
Green
Fall color: Deep Yellow
USDA Hardiness Zone:
2 - 8
Characteristics and Attributes
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Medium Sun/Average Shade
Season of Interest:
Mid (May - June)
Late (July - frost)
Soil Moisture:
Moderate
Special Uses:
Fragrant
Nature Attracting:
Beneficial Insects
