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Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis'

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' is a compact form of the Silver Lime, admired for its rounded habit, attractive heart shaped leaves with silvery undersides, and fragrant pale yellow flowers in summer. Its smaller size makes it ideal for feature planting, avenues, and medium sized gardens. Well suited to New Zealand conditions, this hardy deciduous tree provides excellent shade, seasonal interest, and outstanding landscape value.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:10.00 m
Spread:7.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku17363

How to grow Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' in NZ

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' grows best in full sun or partial shade with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the planting site with compost before planting and water regularly while the tree establishes. Apply a balanced fertiliser each spring and choose a position with sufficient room for the canopy to develop naturally.

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' care tips

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' requires very little maintenance once established. Water during prolonged dry periods while young and apply mulch annually to conserve soil moisture while keeping it away from the trunk. Prune during winter only if required to remove damaged or crossing branches and maintain a balanced framework.

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' size, spacing, and growth rate

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' typically grows 8 to 12 metres tall and 6 to 8 metres wide. Allow around 6 to 8 metres between trees so they can mature into attractive specimens. Growth is moderate, producing a dense rounded canopy that provides welcome shade.

Landscaping uses for Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis'

Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' is ideal as a feature tree, avenue tree, shade tree, or for parks and medium to large gardens. The shimmering foliage adds movement in the breeze while the fragrant flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects. It combines beautifully with other deciduous trees in formal and informal landscapes.

Why buy Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ's most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality trees that are carefully grown for outstanding landscape performance. Every Tilia tomentosa 'Orbicularis' is selected for health and vigour before dispatch so it arrives ready to establish successfully. Our experienced team provides expert advice, fast nationwide delivery, and dependable customer service.

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