Overview
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Tilia, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural and wildlife gardens.
About
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' is a spreading branched deciduous tree belonging to the Tilia genus, known for its broad, ovate or heart-shaped leaves. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand, and prefers full sun or partial shade with a sheltered aspect facing east, south, or west. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for architectural and wildlife gardens. In spring and summer, it produces the genus's characteristic drooping clusters of fragrant yellow-green flowers, followed by winged fruits.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tilia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select'
- Propagation
- Seed, Chip budding, Suckers
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Horse chestnut scale, Caterpillars, Sawflies, Gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Sooty mould, Phytophthora root rot, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select'?
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' need?
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' hardy in the UK?
Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Tilia dasystyla subsp. caucasica 'Select'?
Seed, Chip budding, Suckers.
More in the Tilia genus
- Tilia chingiana
- Tilia cordata 'Green Globe'
- Tilia cordata 'Lico'small-leaved lime 'Lico'
- Tilia cordata 'Rancho'small-leaved lime 'Rancho'
- Tilia cordata 'Swedish Upright'
- Tilia dasystyla subsp. dasystyla
- Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo'Henry's lime 'Kerdalo'
- Tilia heterophylla 'Continental Appeal'
