57.American Basswood

Wofford Arboretum South Campus

English - June 28, 2007 12:15 - 51 seconds - 398 KB
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Tree Details
Hardiness zone: 2 – 9
Height: 60 – 80
Spread: 1/2 – 2/3
Habit: Tall, stately tree with numerous, slender, low-hanging branches and rounded crown
Light: Sun to partial shade
Soil: Deep, moist, fertile soil preferable
Flowers: 1/2 wide, pale yellow
Fruit: 1/3 – 1/2 long, nutlike structure
Landscape use: Limited because of size; handsome native tree; not for small properties
History: Native range is Canada to Virginia and Alabama, west to North Dakota, Kansas and Texas; introduced in 1752
Pests\Problems: Many; scales and linden mite can be and often are serious problems
Significant Features: