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Carolina Basswood

Also known as

American linden and American basswood

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Tilia americana

Genus

Tilia

Family

Malvaceae

Order

Malvales

How to care for Carolina Basswood

💦 Water

How often to water your Carolina Basswood

Carolina Basswood needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Carolina Basswood in your home

Carolina Basswood love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Carolina Basswood does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Carolina Basswood in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Carolina Basswood

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Carolina Basswood: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Carolina Basswood after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Carolina Basswood is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Carolina Basswood →

Common Carolina Basswood Problems →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Carolina Basswood requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Carolina Basswood Light Requirements →

Carolina Basswood Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Carolina Basswood is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Carolina Basswood Toxicity to Cats →

Carolina Basswood Toxicity to Dogs →

Carolina Basswood Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Carolina Basswood does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Carolina Basswood →

When and How to Successfully Repot Carolina Basswood →

💩 Fertilizer

Carolina Basswood grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Carolina Basswood →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Carolina Basswood grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Carolina Basswood →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Carolina Basswood can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Carolina Basswood Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

How to Propagate Carolina Basswood →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.