True North American Linden
Bur Oaks are an exceptionally long lived tree that with time can reach truly massive proportions. They are an excellent selection for making a statement or as a shade tree with some authority. Bur Oaks are best suited for large open spaces. They are the most cold tolerant of all the oaks. When young, they are known to have a corky bark and branches. Their large acorns are prized by wildlife and are quickly carried off by birds and small mammals. When you plant a Bur Oak tree, you are really planting a tree for future generations.
Description
| Common Name |
True North American Linden |
|---|---|
| Latin Name |
Tilia americana 'Duros' |
| Form |
Pyramidal |
| Life Span |
75+ |
| Growth Rate |
Fast |
| Mature Height |
12 |
| Mature Spread |
9 |
| Flower Colour |
Creamy Yellow |
| Fragrance |
Very Fragrant |
| Fall Colour |
Golden ,Yellow |
| Soil Preference |
Moist and well drained, does not tolerate drought |
| Exposure Preference |
Full sun |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
Zone 2 |
| Special Attributes and Considerations |
As the tree is exceptionally fragrant, it is wise to choose a planting site on the upwind side of your favorite outdoor sitting area. |
| Folk Lore |
The True North American Linden is a selection of Rick Durand. The inner bark of the American Linden was used by native americans as a source of fibre for making rope and baskets. |
| Available Sizes |
40mm |
| Common Name |
True North American Linden |
|---|---|
| Latin Name |
Tilia americana 'Duros' |
| Form |
Pyramidal |
| Life Span |
75+ |
| Growth Rate |
Fast |
| Mature Height |
12 |
| Mature Spread |
9 |
| Flower Colour |
Creamy Yellow |
| Fragrance |
Very Fragrant |
| Fall Colour |
Golden ,Yellow |
| Soil Preference |
Moist and well drained, does not tolerate drought |
| Exposure Preference |
Full sun |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
Zone 2 |
| Special Attributes and Considerations |
As the tree is exceptionally fragrant, it is wise to choose a planting site on the upwind side of your favorite outdoor sitting area. |
| Folk Lore |
The True North American Linden is a selection of Rick Durand. The inner bark of the American Linden was used by native americans as a source of fibre for making rope and baskets. |
| Available Sizes |
40mm |
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