Tilia Mongolica

Mongolian Lime

As lime trees go, this is one of the most beautiful. Its small but beautifully edged Ivy-like leaves are delicately held on its branches. It is known for flowering at a young age (approx. 10 years). It’s becoming a popular street tree, and of course a specimen tree for medium to larger gardens. Only first cultivated in the late 1800s.

Site: Requires shelter from coastal winds
Soil: Prefers well-drained
Position: Full sun
Season of Interest:  Summer flowering, Autumn colour
Hardiness: Hardy 
Height: 60ft (18m) Spread: 40ft (12m) in approx 40-50 years