Overview
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Tilia, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural and wildlife gardens.
About
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' (Henry's lime 'Kerdalo') is a deciduous tree cultivar belonging to the genus Tilia, known for its broad, ovate or heart-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant yellow-green flowers. This spreading branched tree thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered locations with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for architectural and wildlife gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation is typically by chip budding, requiring careful rootstock selection.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tilia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo'
- Propagation
- Propagate by chip budding although care must be taken with the choice of rootstock
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, horse chestnut scale, caterpillars, sawflies and gall mites
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to sooty mould, phytophthora root disease and honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo'?
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' need?
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' hardy in the UK?
Tilia henryana 'Kerdalo' 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 henryana 'Kerdalo'?
Propagate by chip budding although care must be taken with the choice of rootstock.
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. caucasica 'Select'
- Tilia dasystyla subsp. dasystyla
- Tilia heterophylla 'Continental Appeal'
