Tilia americana - American linden
About the species
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Height: 70-80 ft
Form: Tree
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This tree is native to forests in the Eastern United States.
It does best in moist, well-drained soil, but is tolerant clay or drier soils. It prefers full sun to part shade.
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Aka Basswood
Its light-yellow flowers are attractive to bees and its nectar produces high-quality honey. The tree is a host for larvae of butterflies. The fruit is eaten by wildlife.