Greenspire® Linden Tree
Tilia cordata 'PNI 6025'
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Specifications
| Plant Characteristics | Cold hardy, Flowering, Fragrant, Clay Tolerant, Hedge/Screen, Attracts pollinators, Heat Tolerant |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zone | 3b to 7b |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Height | |
| Width | |
| Watering Needs | Moderate |
| Preferred Soil | Loamy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Blooms In | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Suitable Space | Outdoors |
| Botanical Name | |
| Species | |
| Cultivar | |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Does Not Ship To | AK, HI, ID, MT, PR |
Description
A Perfect Specimen Tree Greenspire® Linden
- Refined, Formal Pyramidal Shape
- Gorgeous Fall Color
- Delicate and Fine-Textured
- Small, Heart-Shaped Leaves
- Summer Flowers Have Spicy Fragrance
- Urban Tolerant and Adaptable
- Bees Make Basswood Honey from Linden
Do you have a challenging site for a tree? Perhaps it's windy. Maybe it's too wet or too dry? Does the tree need to live in the 'hell-strip' between the sidewalk and the street? How about a small patio yard in a big city? Are you concerned about smog or salt?
Try the strongly pyramidal Greenspire® Linden Tree (Tilia cordata 'PNI 6025') tree. It features a neat, trim, and uniform appearance. You'll love the look.
It's also one of the most adaptable trees you'll find. Greenspire® Linden even thrives in urban environments. Simply give it a spot in full sun and enjoy!
They make excellent shade trees. Plant a row along the street or use one as an accent near a patio. Place one at the corner of your house to anchor a foundation planting. Or, plant a lawn grouping of three to create a lovely view from the deck.
One of Greenspire®'s best assets is the fragrant, yellow flowers that bloom in early summer. How nice that this tree blooms after most other flowering trees are done for the year. You'll really appreciate the yummy, spicy scent and so will local honeybees and butterflies.
Fall color is another great feature. As the nights get cooler, the dark green heart-shaped leaves turn an outstanding gold. In fall, Greenspire®Linden leaves seem to glow from within!
Greenspire® Linden tree is an award winner and is included on many cities' "Best Trees" planting lists. It has a strong central trunk and nice uniform branching. This makes it perfect for parking areas and parks, as well as your yard.
The small, heart-shaped, green leaves are dark green on top and a sophisticated gray-green underneath. This fine-textured tree has brown bark that is pretty and smooth.
People love the refined outline and manageable size. Order this hardy, adaptable, easy-care tree today!
How to Use Greenspire® Linden in the Landscape
This is an excellent street tree, with controlled growth. It needs almost no pruning once the branches have been raised up to the desired height.
Formal plantings can be planted in rows or blocks on large properties. Plant trees 20 feet apart on center, measuring from trunk to trunk. This application could also become an interesting backdrop on large commercial landscapes.
The small yellow flowers have a spicy fragrance and they bloom in early summer. Honeybees make 'Basswood' honey from the Linden flower. This is a valuable, high-end honey. Add this tree to hobby farms or homesteads.
#ProPlantTips for Care
Urban planners often use this tree in parks because of its adaptability to moist or dry soils. Drought tolerance increases as the roots become established after the first few seasons.
Until then, give young trees a moderate amount of water regularly. Protect your investment, especially if you have a long dry spell.
Any maintenance pruning is best done in late winter or very early spring before it starts to put on new growth for the season. There shouldn't be much call for the loppers, however, because of the superior form.
The only thing to watch for is this tree grows quite dense with a very formal outline. You may want to thin the crown as it develops by removing a few interior branches. You'll only need to do this if it looks like the branch spacing is a bit too tight.
Otherwise, this adaptable, beautiful tree is very easy-care. Feel confident in your decision to go with Greenspire® Linden. Nature Hills takes pride in delivering commercial-grade, landscape-quality plants. Order today!
Explore More from Nature Hills
The Greenspire® Linden is an excellent choice among shade trees and flowering trees, thriving in zone 4 plants, trees & shrubs through zone 6 plants, trees & shrubs. Learn more about the benefits and characteristics of this species in our guide Linden Trees For Shade, Bees, and Beauty!, or explore our comprehensive overview of Top 5 Linden Trees At Nature Hills to compare different varieties.
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Both linden trees came in excellent condition as described. Good value and excellent service
Greenspire Linden is such a solid choice, and it's good to hear both trees arrived in good shape. They'll reward a little patience as they get established and then really take off. Thanks for the kind words, Nancy, and enjoy watching them grow.
We shall see if it survives. Arrived as healthy 4-5 ft tree but the roots were more bound than any other potted tree that I have planted before. I spent 40 minutes doing the untangle the best that I could.
Arrived in good shape
Greenspire Linden is a great tree to get established, and hearing it arrived in good shape is exactly the start it needs. Give it consistent water through the first season and it should reward you with that strong, upright form this selection is known for. Thanks for planting with us, Myleen.
Our tree is doing great despite the strange weather that we have had since its arrival. Lots of beautiful leaves…it’s very strong and thriving.
Greenspire Linden is a tough tree, and it sounds like yours wasted no time proving it. That strong early growth you are seeing is a great sign that the roots are establishing well. As it matures, you can expect a nicely upright canopy that fills in a bit more each season. Thanks for the update, Karen!
Greenspire lindens smell so good when they flower!
Dear Santa,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely experience with your Greenspire® Linden Tree! We’re delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the fragrant blossoms—there’s truly nothing like that sweet scent to brighten up a garden space. If you ever want to encourage even more vibrant flowering, be sure to provide your linden with plenty of well-drained soil and consistent watering during dry periods. Mulching around the base can also help retain moisture and keep roots cool.
We’re thrilled to be part of your gardening journey and hope your Greenspire® Linden continues to fill your outdoor space with enchanting fragrance for years to come!
Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team
Greenspire lindens smell so good when they flower!
Dear Santa,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely experience with the Greenspire® Linden Tree! We're delighted to hear how wonderfully fragrant the flowers are; it's truly one of the many special qualities that make this tree such a standout addition to any garden.
If you’re looking to keep your Greenspire Linden thriving year after year, make sure it receives plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil. As the tree matures, regular watering, especially during dry spells, will help maintain its vibrant blooms and enchanting scent. For any seasonal tips or customization, feel free to check out our detailed care guides on the Nature Hills website or reach out anytime—our team is here to support!
Thanks again for taking the time to share your botanical joy with us. We wish your garden continues to fill the air with delightful fragrances!
Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team
The fragrant flowers of the Greenspire Linden is what I enjoy most about this tree.
Hello Davey M,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Greenspire® Linden! We’re delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the fragrant flowers—it truly is one of the tree’s most charming qualities and can really add a lovely sensory dimension to any garden space.
If you haven’t already, you might consider positioning your Linden tree near outdoor seating areas or patios so you can savor those delightful scents even more during warm spring and summer evenings. Also, regular watering and mulching will help your tree bloom at its best year after year. Should you ever need guidance on seasonal care or have questions about companion plants to complement your Linden, we’re always here to assist.
Thanks again for your thoughtful review, and happy planting!
Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team
The fragrant flowers of the Greenspire Linden is what I enjoy most about this tree.
Hello Davey M.,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely experience with your Greenspire® Linden tree! We're thrilled to hear that the fragrant flowers are bringing you joy—this tree truly adds both beauty and a wonderful scent to any landscape.
If you’re looking to enhance its growth or keep that lovely fragrance vibrant year after year, make sure your Linden gets plenty of sunlight and regular watering during dry spells. Mulching around the base can also help retain moisture and improve soil health. We’d be happy to share more detailed care tips or help troubleshoot anything soon.
Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts
Dark green foliage always gets my attention and the shape of the Greenspire Linden is so uniform. Nice looking tree.
Hello Gold Bug,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely observations about the Greenspire® Linden Tree! We're thrilled to hear that its dark green foliage and uniform shape have made such a positive impression on you. It truly is a standout tree, admired for both its elegant form and vibrant leaf color.
If you're interested in keeping your Greenspire Linden looking healthy and vibrant, you might consider watering it deeply during dry spells and mulching around the base to retain moisture and moderate soil temperature. Additionally, this tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, so ensuring those conditions will help it grow strong and beautiful.
Should you want to explore companion plants or learn more about its seasonal care, feel free to check out our Care Guide online or reach out anytime—we’re always happy to assist!
Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team
Dark green foliage always gets my attention and the shape of the Greenspire Linden is so uniform. Nice looking tree.
Hello Gold B.,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful thoughts about the Greenspire® Linden Tree! We’re delighted to hear that the striking dark green foliage and the tree’s beautifully uniform shape have made such a positive impression. This variety really is admired for adding both structure and elegance to any landscape.
If you ever want tips on keeping your Greenspire Linden vibrant—such as correct pruning times or soil recommendations—we’re always here to help. Proper care in these areas can help maintain that lush color and perfect form for years to come.
Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts
Getting bare-root plants through the mail always makes me a little nervous and this five-foot Greenspire Linden is the largest specimen Ive ever ordered. Upon receipt, I was impressed with the care taken; both the roots and limbs were carefully trimmed in the right places. Being the middle of summer, I soaked the roots and temporarily planted it in a spare mound of rich soil I keep in the shade. I kept the soil moist and in a couple of weeks it was covered with tufts of healthy green leaves. Wow just that easy! I waited for a cold front and rain on the way to transplant permanently. Cant wait for this to grow and make tea from the leaves and flowers. My wife is from Europe where they have many Lindens and have long used the tea for its relaxing medicinal properties. Thanks and nice job Nature Hills!
Dear RJC,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Greenspire® Linden tree! We completely understand that ordering bare-root plants, especially one as substantial as your five-foot Linden, can feel a bit nerve-wracking. We’re delighted to hear that the care we put into preparing and shipping it was evident and that your thoughtful handling led to such healthy growth so quickly.
Your method of soaking the roots and temporarily planting it in a shaded, moist, rich soil environment was perfect—this kind of attentive care makes a significant difference for bare-root transplants, notably during the hotter summer months. Waiting for a cold front and rain before transplanting will help it establish deeply over time, another great call!
It’s especially lovely to hear about your connection to this tree through your wife’s heritage and the plan to enjoy tea made from the leaves and blossoms. Greenspire Lindens really are a wonderful choice with those beautiful aromatic flowers.
If in the future you ever have questions about care routines or creative uses for your Linden, feel free to reach out anytime—we’re always happy to assist and support your lush yard!
Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team
Getting bare-root plants through the mail always makes me a little nervous and this five-foot Greenspire Linden is the largest specimen Ive ever ordered. Upon receipt, I was impressed with the care taken; both the roots and limbs were carefully trimmed in the right places. Being the middle of summer, I soaked the roots and temporarily planted it in a spare mound of rich soil I keep in the shade. I kept the soil moist and in a couple of weeks it was covered with tufts of healthy green leaves. Wow just that easy! I waited for a cold front and rain on the way to transplant permanently. Cant wait for this to grow and make tea from the leaves and flowers. My wife is from Europe where they have many Lindens and have long used the tea for its relaxing medicinal properties. Thanks and nice job Nature Hills!
Dear Rjc,
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed experience with your Greenspire® Linden Tree! We understand that ordering bare-root plants, especially larger specimens, can feel a bit nerve-wracking, so we’re thrilled to hear that the careful trimming and packaging from our team helped put your mind at ease. Your thoughtful attentiveness—soaking the roots, keeping the soil moist while it rested, and timing the permanent transplant—truly made all the difference for your Linden’s healthy start.
It’s wonderful to hear how quickly your tree sprouted lush green leaves, and we love that you’re looking forward to enjoying Linden tea as a meaningful connection to your wife’s European heritage. As you watch your tree grow, a good tip is to mulch around the base to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature through seasons—something especially helpful as your tree establishes during warmer months. Also, periodic deep watering will encourage strong root development.
If ever you want additional guidance on care or seasonal reminders, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re excited to be part of your Linden’s journey and honored to support this special addition to your family’s botanical and cultural garden.
Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts
My Neighbor has this tree in front of his house. It has a beautiful dark green color and symetical shape. There are alot of branches which means alot of leaves... Great shade tree. Everytime I pass under the tree, it's always cooler. The truck is very straight and its root doesn't damage the sidewalk. I am planning plant one in front of my house too...
Hi Clau,
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely thoughts about the Greenspire® Linden Tree! We’re delighted to hear how much you admire its dark green foliage, symmetrical form, and the soothing shade it provides—it truly is a wonderful choice for adding both beauty and comfort to your outdoor space. It’s great to know that the tree’s straight trunk and non-invasive roots have been a pleasant experience for your neighbor without damaging the sidewalk.
As you consider planting one in front of your house, we recommend choosing a spot with well-draining soil and plenty of room to accommodate its mature size to ensure healthy growth. Regular watering during the first couple of years and occasional pruning can help maintain its shape and sturdiness. If you’d like, we also have detailed planting guides and care tips on our site to help you get started.
We’re excited for you to enjoy the same shade and charm in your own yard soon!
Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts
My Neighbor has this tree in front of his house. It has a beautiful dark green color and symetical shape. There are alot of branches which means alot of leaves... Great shade tree. Everytime I pass under the tree, it's always cooler. The truck is very straight and its root doesn't damage the sidewalk. I am planning plant one in front of my house too...
Hello Clau,
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and enthusiastic review of the Greenspire® Linden Tree! We’re delighted to hear how much you appreciate its lovely dark green foliage, symmetrical shape, and the wonderful shade it provides. You’re absolutely right—the Greenspire® Linden is known for its straight trunk and well-behaved roots, which makes it an excellent choice for planting near sidewalks and walkways.
If you decide to plant one in front of your house, here are a few tips to help it thrive: make sure it gets plenty of sunlight, in well-drained soil, and provide regular watering during the first couple of growing seasons for strong establishment. If you need any guidance on planting or care, feel free to reach out—we’re always here to help you grow a beautiful, healthy tree.
Thanks again for your kind feedback. We can’t wait to see your new Greenspire® Linden Tree flourish and brighten your home!
Rock on with your planting plans,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team
