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Little-Leaf Linden
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Little-Leaf Linden

Common name:Little-Leaf Linden
Botanical name:Tilia cordata

A large deciduous tree that can reach 30'-50' slowly, Littleleaf Linden creates a dense pyramid that can be used as a screen, then becoming rounded with age. Creamy yellow flowers bloom in summer, attracting bees. New foliage is light green, maturing to dark green, and somewhat glossy. Leaves flutter in breeze. Small round, light green nuts appear in fall, then maturing to tan in winter.

Japanese Maple

Common name:Japanese Maple
Botanical name:Acer palmatum

This magnificient plant can used as a small tree or shrub. It is deciduous with graceful leaves which have a scarlet color in spring as it leafs out. Leaves later turn orange or yellow in fall. It is slow growing to 20', and requires shelter from the hot sun. The leaves of this tree are small, light green in color, and deeply lobed. It should also be noted that this tree remains spectacular throughout all seasons. (2nd photo courtesy of Steve Mullany)

Designer: T's Gardening

Bamboo Fence and Gate

Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.

Integrated Pest Management:

Drip and other smart irrigation delivers water directly to roots, allowing no excess water for weeds.