Silver Linden

Tilia tomentosa 

Planted 2008

This cultivar is a large tree that enjoys lots of sun. The leaf color of this tree is especially interesting with one side of the leaves being green and one side being silvery white. This creates a cool two-toned affect as a breeze whips the leaves.

Silver Linden tree
Close up of Silver Linden leaf
Close up of Silver Linden bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
50-70 ft. 30-35 ft. 4-7 Moderate Low

Leaf

Sharp toothed leaves that are green on the front and silvery white on the back.

Fruit

Small nut.

Flower

Fragrant, cream flowers that appear mid summer.

Advantages

Tolerant of many different soil types.

Disadvantages

Intolerant of drought or poor drainage conditions.