Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde'

Tiliaceae

Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde'

Large tree with practically horizontal branching and a loose, more or less round crown. The bark remains thin for a long time, and later develops deep grooves. Root suckers often grow around the trunk. The branches and young twigs turn dark grey to greyish black. The bare winter buds also turn nearly black. The large leaves have a short, tapered top and serrated edge. They are deep matt green and turn yellow in the autumn. Yellowish white flowers appear in early summer, growing in pendulous bunches. Its broad manner of growth makes 'Zwarte Linde' suitable only for parks and wide avenues. The tree lends itself well for use as an espalier tree, as well. The tree is prone to aphid infestation, resulting in honeydew and sooty mould. It is often used in northern countries thanks to its good winter hardiness.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
20 - 25 m
Width
15-20m
Crown
round, half-open crown
Bark and branches
grey, grooved, twigs dark green, later brownish black
Leaf
slanted heart shape, with broad leaf base, matt green, 5 - 12 cm
Flowers
in bunches, Ø 7 - 10 cm, flowers 3 - 11 together, yellowish-white, June/July, fragrant flowers
Fruits
round to oval, Ø 0.6 cm, greyish brown, felt-like hair
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
all
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
NAKB, the Netherlands, after 1945
Synonyms
Tilia ×vulgaris 'Zwarte Linde'
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green white yellow June average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Fragrant flowers
Frequently asked questions
Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde'

Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Tilia ×europaea 'Zwarte Linde' blooms in june.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.