{"product_id":"5-seeds-american-linden-tilia-americana-basswood-hardy-shade-tree","title":"5 Seeds American Linden (Tilia americana) Basswood Hardy Shade Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a pack of 5 seeds from the American Linden, also known as Basswood, a hardy native North American tree prized for its broad, heart-shaped leaves and fragrant, pale yellow blossoms that attract pollinators. As a shade tree, it develops a strong, symmetrical form and provides cooling canopy cover for large landscapes, parks, or homesteads. Its forgiving nature and adaptability make it a satisfying choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, long-living addition.\u003cbr\u003e\nGrow this tree as an ornamental shade specimen or for its medium-weight, workable timber in craft or utility projects. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and performs best when given ample space to expand its mature crown. Young trees benefit from consistent watering until established, and light pruning helps shape a sturdy central leader. This deciduous species showcases vivid green foliage in summer, which turns to a soft yellow in autumn before dropping. Ideal for zones 3 to 8, it tolerates a range of conditions once mature, including urban settings and periodic drought.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Tilia americana\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Native Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Deciduous broadleaf shade tree\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: Not applicable (ornamental timber species)\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 3-8\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratification (30-60 days) required before sowing\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Sow 1\/4 inch deep in prepared seedbed or containers\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: Space 25-40 feet apart to accommodate mature spread\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Seedlings grow slowly in early years, then accelerate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663077179528,"sku":"EXGA-204","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_70483155-5704-4e2c-9fb6-a52b9afd356d.png?v=1791895603","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-american-linden-tilia-americana-basswood-hardy-shade-tree","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}