Common Name
Silver Linden (yellow)
Scientific Name
Tilia tomentosa
Hardiness Zone
4b [-20 to -25]
Tolerances
Drought
Moderate
Poor Drainage
Moderate
Alkaline Soil
Tolerant
Salt
Moderate
Shade
Moderate
Air Pollution
Tolerant
Soil Volume
28
Planting Area
- Medium
- Large
Features of Interest
Flower
Under Power Lines
Form
Pyramidal
Mature Height
70 feet
Crown Spread
55 feet
Limitations
- Potentially invasive species
- Limited availability
- Problems with excessive sucker growth
Additional Information
Adaptable and tolerant. Most drought tolerant of the lindens. Silver underside of leaves.