Description
About large-leaved lime
(Tilia platyphyllos)
A broadleaved tree that flourishes across the UK, particularly as a street tree.
Growth and size
Mature height: 30m+.
Growth rate: 30-60cm per year.
Supplied as 20-50cm cell-grown saplings.
Can be planted all year round with proper care.
Value to wildlife
Food plant of a number of caterpillars, as well as aphids.
Flowers provide nectar and pollen for insects, including bees.
Old trees provide dead wood for wood-boring beetles, and nesting holes for birds.
Soil and conditions
Grows well in most conditions – from full sun to light shade.
Prefers moist, deep, fertile, well-drained soils.
Tolerant of difficult growing sites and soils.
Grown responsibly
UK sourced and grown (UKISG certified).
Reduces risk of spreading pests and diseases.
Delivered in 100% recyclable LDPE wrap.
Did you know?
The flowers were valued for their medicinal properties and were considered an effective treatment for insomnia, headaches and other nervous disorders.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.