Tilia americana ‘Redmond’ – Redmond Linden Tree

Botanical Name: Tilia americana ‘Redmond’

Alternate Name: Redmond American Linden, American Basswood, Tilia x euchlora

The Redmond Linden tree (Tilia americana ‘Redmond’) is a medium to large sized deciduous tree with a pyramidal growth habit and dense canopy of glossy green leaves. It makes a great addition to the landscape, providing both shade and seasonal interest. It is native to some regions of the  midwest, including the Ohio River Valley and parts of the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee and North Carolina. This tree can also be found growing in parts of Manitoba and Quebec, Canada.  It grows to a height of 40-45 feet with a spread of 25-30 feet.

The leaves of Redmond Linden tree are slightly smaller than the species but have the signature linden tree heart shape. They can grow up to 8 inches long and 6 inches wide. They are light to medium green with coarsely serrated margins and flutter in the breeze. In the fall, the foliage turns a beautiful pale yellow.

The Redmond Linden tree produces stunning, showy clusters of tiny, pale yellow, fragrant flowers that cover the canopy in June. The fruits that follow are rounded nutlets that are enjoyed by song birds.

No serious disease or insect problems but powdery mildew and verticillium wilt can occur. Intolerant of pollution and urban conditions. Attractive to butterflies and honey bees.

Description

Height: 50-70 ft.
Width: 30-45 ft.
Shape: Pyramidal, Oval
Flower Color: Pale Yellow
Flowering Time: June
Fall Color: Yellow
Features: Bright fall color, showy fragrant blooms
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Watering: Moderate & Regular
Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained loam soils and a pH of 5-8. Somewhat tolerant of drought.
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 2-8
Uses: Accent tree, shade tree, park tree, habitat tree
Similar Trees: Corinthian Linden (Tilia cordata ‘Corzam’), American Sentry® Linden (Tilia americana ‘McKSentry’), Greenspire® Linden (Tilia cordata ‘Greenspire’)

Additional information

Shape

Oval, Pyramidal

Flower Color

Yellow

Flowering Time

June

Fall Color

Yellow

Growth Rate

Moderate

Uses

Accent Tree, Habitat Tree, Park Tree, Shade Tree

USDA Zones

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Mature Height

50'+

Mature Width

30'-40', 40'+

Exposure

Full Sun, Partial Shade

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