Little Leaf Linden

Description

Little Leaf Linden  is a classic flowering landscape tree. It is a great street tree and the source of the prized Linden Honey. Little Leaf Linden is hardy in zones 3 to 7.

The Little Leaf Linden is known all over Europe as a bee tree. The Linden is known in Europe as the Lime tree. This name has nothing to do with citrus. It is used widely as a landscape tree. It has a versatility uncommon in trees and can be shaped in seemingly unending ways. It can be used as a tall hedge, it can be pollarded, pleached, boxed and rounded. There is even a famous arched walkway shaded by trained Lindens.

The wood of the Linden is also called Lime by woodworkers. It is even grained, very stable, light in weight and easily carved. Many of the interior architectural carvings in Europe are carved from Lime. This includes many of the gilded ecclesiastic carvings in the ornate churches of Europe.

The Little Leaf Linden grows well in the US in zones 3 to 7. It does not fare well in the heat and humidity of the deep south.

Little leaf Linden is a European cousin of our native Linden. Prized throughout the continent for the exquisite honey made from these famous street trees Little Leaf Linden has few peers. This is a medium to slow growing tree that is tough enough for most urban environments. When fully grown it is a large tree and allowed room it will reach 60 to 70 feet in height. Blooming in June these trees are often buzzing with bees and many other pollinators. This is a densely growing tree that makes heavy shade. Its full form makes a real statement in any landscape.

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