silver linden
Tilia tomentosa
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
Pale yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
silver,green,brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water the silver linden deeply once or twice per week between spring and fall, decreasing watering frequency in winter months when the plant is dormant. When watering, give the plant enough to moisten the entire root system; a soaking of 2-3 inches of water is recommended. Be aware that the soil should dry before watering again in order to avoid overwatering. If the soil feels moist, skip that week's watering before checking the moisture level again. During hot, dry weather, you may need to water more frequently.
sunlight
Silver Linden trees thrive in full sun, getting 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. It is best to provide these trees with at least 6 hours of full sunlight each day, however, they can tolerate up to 8 hours of full sun each day. Silver Linden trees prefer direct sun during the morning hours, with some protection from the hottest part of the day. Direct afternoon sunlight may cause leaf scorch in the hottest summer months.
pruning
Silver linden (Tilia tomentosa) should be pruned twice a year for best health. This tree does best when pruned in the early Spring before leaves fully emerge and then again in late Summer after flowering is complete. Pruning should be light, shaping crowns and removing weak or dead branches and suckers. Remove no more than 1 third of the total growth during either pruning session.
