Linden 'Greenspire'

Common Name: Greenspire Linden

Scientific Name: Tilia cordata 'Greenspire'

Zone: 3-7

Blossom Colour: Pale yellow

Flowering Type: Fragrant clusters of small flowers appear in early to mid-summer

Summer Colour: Glossy dark green

Fall Colour: Yellow

Mature Height (ft): 40-50

Mature Spread (ft): 25-35

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shade tree

Watering: Moderate; thrives in moist, well-drained soil but can tolerate some drought once established

Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support growth

Key Features:

• A popular cultivar known for its symmetrical, pyramidal shape that transitions to an upright oval as it matures.
• Dense foliage offers excellent shade, and the fragrant flowers attract pollinators like bees.
• Adaptable to urban environments, resistant to pests, and tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses:

• Ideal for streetscapes, shade, and ornamental purposes in landscapes, parks, and gardens.
• Works well as a specimen tree or in group plantings for a uniform appearance.