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Tilia monticola

Tilia monticola - leaves in late June

Tilia monticola - leaves in late June close up

Tilia monticola

Tilia monticola - leaves in late June

Tilia monticola - leaves in late June close up

Tilia monticola

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(American Lime) Native to the South-east United States, Tilia monticola has dark reddish young twigs and huge, deep green ovate (egg-shaped) leaves with pale undersides.

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3 litre pot (2-3 years old, 30-40 cm tall)

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Native to the South-east United States, Tilia monticola has dark reddish young twigs and huge, deep green ovate (egg-shaped) leaves with pale undersides.

A majestic specimen tree which generally has larger, more impressive leaves if planted in a position sheltered from strong winds.

Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
Soil: Moist or well drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Flowering Period: June - July
Flower Colour: white
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Tilia monticola grows to be a medium sized branching tree.
- Height: 15 m (50 ft)
- Spread: 10 m (32 ft)

Notes: Tilia monticola is also sometimes known as Tilia americana var. heterophylla.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Medium (8m - 15m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Honey Fungus Resistant, Rare and Unusual, Foliage - Unusual Shape

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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