European Common Lime

Tilia europaea, known as European Common Lime, was a frequent choice for the Victorians as an avenue tree for parklands and estates which has now been superseded by more uniform and improved clones such as Tilia europaea Pallida.

Fast growing, it forms a broad crown at maturity and its lush green leaves turn a vivid yellow just before they fall in the autumn.

Tilia europaea is a tough tree, thriving on most soils, including those that keep wet for a month or so over the winter period.

Too big for gardens, it is best planted in parkland.

Mature height: 20m+

Common names

European Common Lime

Height of tree

20m+

Soil type

Well drained, Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Broad

Blossom Colour

Yellow

Foliage Colour

Green

Information Flags

Native

Location

Parkland

Genus

Tilia