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European Linden

Also known as

European linden, common lime and lime

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Tilia europaea

Genus

Tilia

Family

Malvaceae

Order

Malvales

How to care for European Linden

💦 Water

How often to water your European Linden

European Linden 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 European Linden in your home

European Linden love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

European Linden does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize European Linden

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for European Linden: 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 European Linden after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

☀️ Sunlight Needs

European Linden 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 🏡.

European Linden Light Requirements →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

European Linden 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.

Is European Linden Edible? →

🪴 Soil

European Linden 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 Pots for European Linden →

When and How to Successfully Repot European Linden →

💩 Fertilizer

European Linden 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 European Linden →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
European Linden can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

European Linden Temperature Tolerance →

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🧐 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.