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Tilia

A large shade tree with a dense pyramidal-to-rounded canopy, heart-shaped leaves, and small fragrant early-summer flowers attractive to pollinators.

Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
moderate
Mature size
50-70 ft × 30-50 ft
Bloom
Small fragrant pale-yellow flowers in early summer.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–8

Care guide

Quick ID

Large shade tree (*Tilia*). Heart-shaped leaves, dense canopy, fragrant early-summer flowers loved by bees.

Sun & Site

Full sun (6+ hrs); moist, well-drained soil; adaptable.

Pruning & Shaping

Prune in late winter (dormant). Remove dead/crossing wood and suckers; maintain a central leader while young.

In my garden

E2Bed E2
SunPart sun
Soilsandy loam, fast percolation
Water sourceCulinary
Hardiness hereZone 7
What I've done here
  • 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied