Linden - Littleleaf

Plant Description

Littleleaf Linden is a dependable and attractive choice for both street and residential landscapes. It features glossy, dark green foliage and produces fragrant, pendulous flowers in early summer that are highly attractive to pollinators. Virtually disease free and highly adaptable, this tree performs well even in poor soil conditions. Its refined appearance and durability make it a long-lasting, low-maintenance shade tree.

At A Glance

Height (35–45 ft.)
Reaches a mature height of 35 to 45 feet, providing moderate shade while remaining well scaled for streets, parks, and residential properties.



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Spread (30–35 ft.)
Develops a canopy spread of 30 to 35 feet, creating a broad shade area without overwhelming surrounding spaces.



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Shape (Broad, pyramidal)
Naturally forms a broad, pyramidal shape with strong branching and a formal, uniform appearance.



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Exposure (Full Sun)
Grows best in full sun, where it develops dense foliage and the strongest overall structure.



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Foliage (Glossy, Dark Green)
Features shiny, dark green leaves throughout the growing season, adding a refined texture to the landscape.



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Fall Foliage (Yellow)
Leaves turn a soft yellow in fall, providing subtle seasonal color.



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Hardiness Zone (USDA Zones 4–7)
Hardy in Zones 4 through 7, tolerating cold winters and adapting well to a variety of urban and residential environments.