Tilia americana 'Redmond' - STD 14-16 CM CONT

Description
The American basswood 'Redmond' (Tilia americana) is a conical, slender tree that produces pale yellow flowers arranged in panicles with a pleasant fragrance. They appear at the end of July. These produce light grey fruits. They exude a pleasant fragrance. The American basswood 'Redmond' also has heart-shaped, dark green leaves. Its bark is dark grey. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres. The American basswood 'Redmond' makes no special demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * wind-resistant

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the American basswood 'Redmond' are dark green, heart-shaped and toothed. They are about 10 - 20 cm tall.

Bark
Dark grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The American basswood 'Redmond' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
American basswood 'Redmond' is a conical and slender growing tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 12 - 20 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The light yellow flowers of American basswood 'Redmond' appear in panicles at the end of July. These are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture, avenue, street tree