Japanese linden typically starts flowering in April.
Japanese linden
Tilia japonica
The Japanese linden (Tilia japonica), is a deciduous tree native to parts of East Asia, including China and Japan. It can grow up to 15 meters, producing small white flowers and a broad, heart-shaped leaf. It is often used as a shade tree and to attract wildlife, as its berries provide food for birds and other animals. In the winter, the foliage turns to a dull yellow before eventually falling off. With its large spreading canopy, the Japanese linden provides plenty of shade and is a great addition to gardens for its ornamental value.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 8
Flowers:
Pale yellow Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Japanese linden should be watered once every week or 2 during the growing season, and once a month during winter. Water thoroughly until the soil is thoroughly moist, but allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out before watering again. Do not overwater, as this can lead to root rot. Overwatering can also decrease air circulation around the roots.
sunlight
Japanese linden trees prefer partial shade and should receive 3 to 5 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight a day. During the hottest part of the summer, the tree can handle up to 6 hours of direct sunlight, but any more than that can be damaging. During the winter, the tree should receive at least 2 hours of direct sunlight a day. This should be the same period of time each day; for example, the sun should not be shining on the tree each day for 3 to 4 hours at different times.
pruning
Japanese linden trees should be pruned in early spring, typically between late February and early March, before the tree begins to grow new leaves. Pruning can be done to maintain the desired size or shape, to encourage flowering or to remove dead or diseased branches. When pruning, make sure to cut back long branches to the desired length, and selectively remove branches that have overlapped or are growing inwards. Also ensure that no more than 1-third of the foliage is removed at any 1 time.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Tilia japonica typically begins in late June and continues through August.
