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Glenleven Yellowish Linden

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Botanical Name: Tilia cordata ‘Glenleven'
Common Name: Glenleven Yellowish Linden

Updated 2/2013



Height: 50' Spread: 35' Habit/Form: Upright/Oval Growth Rate: Fast Zone: 4-7

Cultural Requirements: Full sun to light shade in deep, fertile, well-drained soil. Soil pH adaptable, easily transplanted. Pollution tolerant once established.

Ornamental Characteristics: Fast growing selection with a straight trunk; more open than typical linden. Leaves 1 ½ to 2 times size of ‘Greenspire'. The creamy flowers attract bees when in bloom, makes excellent honey.

Use in the Landscape: Excellent lawn tree, shade tree in urban locations as well as city malls and plantings.

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