Tilia caroliniana Mill. is a species of tree in the family Malvaceae native to the southern and south-eastern states of the U.S., and Mexico.
Tilia americana var. caroliniana shows strong disease resistance and is generally not susceptible to diseases. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Tilia americana var. carolinianat is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not require much prior care experience.
How to keep Tilia Caroliniana.
Light
Tilia americana var. caroliniana is native to open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, which provide abundant light. It performs best in Full Sun but will also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of light conditions.
Temperature
Tilia americana var. caroliniana is highly adaptable to a wide range of climate conditions, from very hot summers to cold winters. However, it does have an optimal temperature range for growth. When temperatures rise too high, the plant can suffer from heat and humidity stress, which may lead to its death. In areas where temperatures approach the lower limit of its cold tolerance, providing insulation to protect the plant is important.
Fertilizer
Proper timing is important when fertilizing Tilia americana var. caroliniana. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue once a month until early summer. Fertilizer encourages lovely blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Tilia
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 30.48 m
- Mature Spread
- 14.94 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Lime Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Other names.
