Interesting facts about the location, advantages and more

The proximity of the linden tree to the people

The linden tree has always been used all too gladly as a meeting point on village squares, as a light bordering on avenues or as a source of shade in parks. These diverse roles are probably due to their straight growth with an even, sweeping crown, their delicate, large, heart-shaped leaves and also their lovely, fragrant and versatile flowers owe. It is precisely the heart shape of the leaves that has repeatedly led people to poetic feelings and works of art.

So you can sing the praises of the linden tree and once again emphasize its advantages:

• their balanced, straight and protective growth habit
• her shady and inspiring heart leaves
• their fragrant, healing flowers

The linden tree in the garden

All these advantages also make the linden a great garden tree. In summer she can be generous with her

Treetop conjure up an airy, light spot in the shade and ensure harmonious relaxation with their lime green leaves. Your flowers permeate your personal oasis from May to July with their honey-like scent and can be used for tasty cold and sleep teas, tinctures or flavor dispensers in desserts to harvest.

Noteworthy

So there are a few arguments in favor of a linden tree in the garden. There are a few things to keep in mind before planting.

The reference

You can get a professionally grown young tree from the nursery or you can dig up a copy yourself. In doing so, however, you should ensure that there is as little damage to the roots as possible. The best time to plant linden trees is spring or autumn.

Shade donor or care partanist?

With the variety, the question arises whether you have a preference for the large-leaved summer linden, for example promises a wonderful shade in the shade or whether you are taking as little risk of disease and pests as possible want. In this case, the winter or even better the silver linden is recommended. With its shiny leaves, the latter is also visually attractive, if not typically lime green.

Location / substrate

Your garden design is of course decisive for the location and the linden tree does not make any special demands on its planting base. It can be basic to slightly acidic, but the location should offer plenty of sun.