weeping silver linden, pendant silver linden (Tilia petiolaris) TIL-ee-ah pet-ee-oh-LAR-iss Synonyms:  Tilia 'Petiolaris, Tilia tomentosa 'Petiolaris' Genus:  Tilia This tall, deciuous tree has weeping branches rather than a weeping habit. The backs of its dark green leaves are fuzzy and white, turning the tree silver in a breeze. It grows to 70 feet tall and 40 feet wide. This is a tough tree with hanging clusters of small, pale yellow, fragrant flowers in summer. Care:  Provide full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9. Propagation: 

 

Problems: 

 Various cankers, rots, leaf spots, and insects may occasionally appear.

Overview

Height Over 30 ft. Spread Over 30 ft. Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Bloom Time Summer Flower Color Yellow Uses Flowering Tree, Summer Interest Type Trees