New England Wild Flower Society

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Tilia americana

basswood, linden

American linden is broad and stately, with a round crown and dense foliage. Its leaves have pale undersides that flutter silver in the breeze, with fragrant flowers in summer. This tree is sensitive to air pollution, and grows best in yards rather than on roadsides.

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Height: 50-70 ft
Spread: 30-45 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Foliage
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Songbirds
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage


North American Distribution


basswood, linden - Tilia americana from Native Plant Trust
(c) Arthur Haines 2019