Tilia cordata

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Small-leaved limeTree, DeciduousFamily: Malvaceae

Height: 12mSpread: 8m
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife
Autumn colour
Scented flowers

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

The small-leaved lime, Tilia cordata is a medium- to large-sized deciduous tree native to the UK and other parts of Europe. Best for the larger garden, Tilia cordata is a fantastic tree to grow for wildlife – providing nesting sites for birds, food for caterpillars and fragrant summer flowers for bees.

Unlike Tilia x europaea, which is frequently attacked by honeydew secreting aphids to the despair of car owners parked below, Tilia cordata doesn't suffer from the same problem.

Tilia cordata is an adaptable species that suits urban environments just as well as it does rural settings. For best results, grow Tilia cordata in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Windy, exposed sites are best avoided when planting.

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Tilia ‘Cordata’ and wildlife

Tilia ‘Cordata’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies/moths. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, is used for nesting materials and provides shelter and habitat.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Tilia ‘Cordata’ poisonous?

Tilia ‘Cordata’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People