Small-Leaved Lime Tree (Tilia Cordata)

The Small-Leaved Lime tree (Tilia Cordata) is a native broadleaf lime tree and one of the most beautiful large trees available for parks, avenues, and large gardens. Regarded as a hallmark of ancient woodland, Small-Leaved Lime trees produce translucent fresh green foliage on arching, downward-sweeping branches, and in summer bear tiny, sweetly perfumed creamy-white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators in large numbers. Growing to up to 35 metres in height, this drought-resistant tree grows well in most soils including good loamy ground and performs well in both sun and shade.

Hardy and adaptable, Small-Leaved Lime trees tolerate cold and frost well and perform reliably in both urban and rural environments, making them a practical choice for large landscape planting.

Associated with ancient woodland and resistant to most diseases, Small-Leaved Lime trees are a strong choice for estate, conservation, and formal avenue planting schemes.

Tree Attributes:

Can grow up to 35 metres tall
Branches arch downwards
Lives up to 400 years
Flowers attract wide range of wildlife including woodpeckers
Tea made from its flowers relieves stress & tension alongside other medical benefits
Smooth grey bark which cracks as the tree ages