Linden - True North American - #10

The Linden - True North American (Tilia americana 'True North') is a superior selection of native American Linden, bred for its narrow, upright form and excellent cold hardiness. This deciduous shade tree features large, heart-shaped green leaves and fragrant pale-yellow flowers that attract pollinators in early summer.

Ideal for urban boulevards, windbreaks, or landscape accents, True North offers uniform structure, low maintenance, and strong adaptability to a wide range of soil and weather conditions—especially in northern climates.

Key Features:

Upright, columnar form—great for narrow urban spaces

Fragrant yellow summer flowers that attract bees and butterflies

Large, attractive green foliage turns golden in fall

Native North American species with excellent cold tolerance

Hardy in zones 3–7

Low maintenance and tolerant of pollution and road salt

Care Instructions:

Sunlight: Grows best in full sun to light shade

Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to clay, loam, and sandy conditions

Watering: Water regularly during the first few years; moderately drought-tolerant once established

Pruning: Minimal pruning required; shape in late winter or early spring if needed

Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a general-purpose tree fertilizer if desired

Maintenance: Very low-maintenance; resistant to most common pests and diseases