About

A deciduous tree of medium to large size native to China, with ovate to rounded, toothed, dark green leaves and small, fragrant, pale yellow flowers in pendulous clusters in summer. A handsome specimen tree with good autumn colour.

About the genus

Tilia are deciduous trees with broadly ovate or heart-shaped leaves and pendulous clusters of fragrant yellow-green flowers, followed by conspicuous winged fruits

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen planting, gardens, parks.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Stake young.
PruningPrune in late winter or after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.