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Small-leaved Lime

Tilia cordata · Malvaceae

A neat, pyramidal shade tree with heart-shaped leaves and clusters of intensely fragrant cream flowers in summer that are loved by bees. A classic European avenue and parkland tree.

At a glance

Habit: Tree
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Moderate Water
Soil: Loam, Well-Drained
Climate: Cool Temperate, Warm Temperate
Frost: Frost-Hardy
Mature size: 18 m H × 10 m W
Foliage: Deciduous, Autumn Colour
Flowering: Summer Flowering
Growth rate: Moderate Growth
Maintenance: Low Maintenance

Good for

Shade Tree
Feature / Specimen
Fragrant / Perfumed
Bee & Pollinator
Thornless