Linden trees are closely linked to human cultural history. Their diverse roles in the middle of society are sometimes downright legendary. Of course, the lovely deciduous tree can also be a great asset in the garden.
What should you consider when planting a lime tree in the garden?
A lime tree in the garden offers shade and scent. When planting, you should pay attention to the variety, location and planting time. The silver linden tree is easy to care for, the soil should be alkaline to slightly acidic and the best planting time is spring or autumn.
The proximity of the lime tree to the people
The lime tree has always been very popular as a meeting point on village squares, as a bright avenue border or as a source of shade in parks. These diverse roles are probably due to their straight growth with an even, spreading crown, their delicate, large, heart-shaped leaves and also their sweetly scented and versatile flowers. The heart shape of the leaves in particular has repeatedly inspired people to create poetic feelings and works of art.
So you can sing the praises of the linden tree and emphasize its advantages once again:
- its balanced, straight and protective growth habit
- your shady and inspiring heart leaves
- their fragrant, healing flowers
The lime tree in the garden
All of these advantages also make the linden tree a great garden tree. In summer it can conjure up an airy, light shade spot with its generous treetop and ensure harmonious relaxation with its lime leaf green. Their flowers permeate your personal oasis with their honey-like scent from about May to July and can be harvested for tasty cold and sleep teas, tinctures or flavorings in sweet dishes.
Noteworthy
So there are some arguments in favor of having a linden tree in the garden. However, there are a few things you should consider before planting.
The reference
You can get a professionally grown young tree from the nursery or dig up a specimen yourself. However, you should pay attention to as little damage to the roots as possible. The best time for planting linden trees is spring or autumn.
Shadow provider or care spartan?
With this variety, the question arises as to whether you have a preference for the large-leaved summer linden tree, for example, which promises a wonderful shady spot, or whether you want to take as little risk of disease and pests as possible. In this case, the winter tree or, even better, the silver linden tree is recommended. The latter, with its finely glossy leaves, is also visually attractive, although not typically lime green.
Location/Substrate
Of course, your garden design is crucial for the location and the linden tree does not place any special demands on its planting surface. It can be alkaline to slightly acidic, but the location should provide plenty of sun.
