white basswood
Tilia americana var. heterophylla
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 8
Flowers:
Pale yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun Partial sun
Soil:
Loamy
Fruits:
green,brown,white Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
White Basswood is a beautiful and medium sized tree, with its deep green leaves and white flowers that adorns many landscapes. It can be found in part shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. White Basswood should be watered regularly, but not too often. During the growing season, it should be watered every 7-10 days, providing 1-2 inches of water. During the winter months, it should be watered about every 2-3 weeks, providing 1/2-1 inch of water. During periods of extreme drought, White Basswood should be watered weekly, providing 1-2 inches.
sunlight
White basswood (Tilia americana var. heterophylla) is an understory tree, meaning it grows best in partial shade and will not tolerate full sun. For optimal growth, white basswood should get light direct sunlight in the early morning hours, for no more than 3 to 4 hours total during the day. Direct sunlight should be avoided during the hottest parts of the day (i.e. noon to 4 p.m.). If possible, the tree should be planted in an area that gets dappled shade throughout the day.
pruning
White basswood should be pruned in late winter or early spring, prior to the appearance of new growth. It is best to remove any broken, dead, or diseased branches first, then remove any crossing or crowded branches. To maintain a more open, natural structure, remove some basal shoots and thin the canopy. Aim to reduce the length by no more than 1-third. Significant pruning should be limited to every 3-5 years.
