Basswood (Tilia americana)

Soil type:  well-drained, rich, sand, loam, pH 4.5-8.2

Soil moisture:  medium  to moist

Sun:  full sun to partial shade [especially in seedling/sapling stage]

Natural habitat:  rich, upland woods, occasionally swampy areas, lake borders

Height/Spread:  40’ – 80’ tall x 25’ – 50’ wide

Bloom range:  June-July, 7-14 days

Hardiness Zone:  3 – 8

Noteworthy: A handsome shade tree with fragrant blooms, Basswood is one of the most productive nectar trees for bumblebees, honeybees, butterflies and moths. Young trees may be browsed on by rabbits, deer and voles and so must be protected when small.

$25 (12" / 2 gallon pot)
$45 (3'+ / 3 gallon pot)