American Line, American Linden, Basswood

Tilia Americana Redmond, also commonly known as Basswood Tree, is a lime species native to Eastern North America.

Redmond cultivar originated in the 1920s from Plumfield Nurseries in Nebraska, USA.

The American Lime Redmond has bright green leaves that are large and lighter in colour than the species and turn a pale yellow in autumn.

This lime has pretty creamy yellow flowers that appear in early to mid-summer and are pollinated by bees.

The Basswood Tree forms a pyramidal shape at maturity and is resistant to aphid infestations and the associated “aphid drip” common in many other Lime trees. This makes it an excellent choice for avenue and parkland planting in the UK.

At present, it is not well known and, as such, tends to be overlooked by more familiar species.

Like many Limes, American Limes will tolerate most soil conditions, provided they are well drained. They tend to be useful choices for clay soils.

Mature height: 12-17m

Common names

American Line, American Linden, Basswood

Height of tree

12-17m

Soil type

Well drained, Clay, Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Pyramidal

Blossom Colour

Yellow

Foliage Colour

Green

Information Flags

Good for bees

Looks good in

Spring

Location

Parkland, Avenue

Genus

Tilia