Family Tiliaceae
Fall Color Yellow
Size Class II, 40-60 ft. High 30-40 ft. Wide
Seed Nut-like, small
Flower Small yellow, very fragrant
Characteristics This handsome and hardy cultivar of the native American basswood was introduced by McKay Nursery of Wisconsin. It develops a very straight trunk that supports a well-branched, very uniform canopy. With it’s delightful flower scent in early summer it is a favorite of homeowners as well.
Water Moderate
Light Full sun
Soil Prefers well drained; tolerates alkalinity
Growth Rate Moderate, 1 ft or more per year
Family Tiliaceae
Fall Color Yellow
Size Class II, 40-60 ft. High 30-40 ft. Wide
Seed Nut-like, small
Flower Small yellow, very fragrant
Characteristics This handsome and hardy cultivar of the native American basswood was introduced by McKay Nursery of Wisconsin. It develops a very straight trunk that supports a well-branched, very uniform canopy. With it’s delightful flower scent in early summer it is a favorite of homeowners as well.
Water Moderate
Light Full sun
Soil Prefers well drained; tolerates alkalinity
Growth Rate Moderate, 1 ft or more per year