Basswood - Tilia americana
Basswood tree form
Basswood leaf
Basswood flower
Common Name: 
Basswood
Latin Name: 
Tilia americana
Eventual Size at Maturity: 
Height - 45ft Spread - 25ft
Space Requirements: 
At least 20ft from paved surfaces and buildings; 20ft from existing trees
Form: 
Oval
Growth Rate: 
2 ft/year
Air Pollution Tolerant: 
No
Moisture Tolerant: 
No
Drought Resistant: 
No
Light Required: 
full sun to ½ shade
Fall Colour: 
yellow
Special Features: 
Heart-shaped leaves; fragrant small yellow flowers in spring
Wildlife: 
Habitat for many wildlife species
Tree Tips: 
Hardy tree; prefers deep, moist soils