American Beauties Native Plants

Tilia americana

American Basswood


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms

  • Native; Fast growing shade tree
  • Large, branching crown; dense branches
  • Fragrant, small flowers attract bees
  • Yellow foliage in fall
Fast Growing
Fast Growing
Native
Native
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Pollinators



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grow in full sun to part shade in average to moist, but well-drained soil.


Height: 50-80 ft
Spread: 30-50 ft
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 2-8
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Native
  • Specimen
  • Fast Growing

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Fall

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained