Tilia Tomentosa
About Tilia Tomentosa
The Silver Linden is a large deciduous tree that is a member of the Malvaceae family. It is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. The leaves are green with silvery undersides, heart-shaped, and serrated. Fragrant creamy-white flowers hanging in clusters appear from June to July. The fruits are small nutlets that ripen in late summer.
Taxonomy
Tilia tomentosa
Tilia
Malvaceae
Malvales
Also known as
Tilia argentea, Tilia argentea, Tilia argentea, silver linden and silver lime
How to care for Tilia Tomentosa
Water
How often to water your Tilia Tomentosa
every 9
Tilia Tomentosa needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Tilia argentea in your home
a window
Tilia Tomentosa love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Tilia Tomentosa does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tilia Tomentosa in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Tilia Tomentosa
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tilia Tomentosa after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Tilia Tomentosa is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Sunlight Needs
Tilia Tomentosa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Tilia Tomentosa 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!
Fertilizer
Tilia Tomentosa grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Tilia Tomentosa grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Tilia Tomentosa can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Care Summary for Tilia Tomentosa
Tilia Tomentosa
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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