Limeburst® Littleleaf Linden - Tilia cordata 'LimeDak' (RFM-85)

Description:

Golden lime foliage selection of littleleaf linden. The new foliage emerges golden in the spring and fades into a darker lime-green over the summer. Excellent change from the standard ‘Greenspire’ dark green foliage.

Hardiness:

USDA hardiness zones 4 – 6(7)

Mature Size:

Height: 20 to 25’
Spread: 12 to 15'

Form (Shape):

Pyramidal-Rounded

Growth Rate:

Medium, a bit slower than the average littleleaf because of the reduced amount of chlorophyll in the leaves.

Foliage:

Spring/Summer: Golden yellow fading to darker lime-green
Autumn: Yellow

Texture:

Medium

Flower:

Yellowish and fragrant.

Fruit:

Small nutlet, not ornamental.

Special Features:

Golden lime-green foliage during growing season.

Light Preferences:

Full sun exposure

Soil Preferences:

Adaptable but prefers a well-drained fertile soil, tolerates higher pH levels.

Propagation:

Grafted

Ornamental Attributes

This unique littleleaf linden has outstanding golden foliage during the growing season adding diverse color to the landscape or boulevard.

Landscape Attributes:

Littleleaf linden is extremely pollution tolerant and a widely adaptable tree.

Availability:

Pending

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