Botanical profile
American Sentry Linden
Tilia americana 'Sentry' is an American basswood with a narrow, dense columnar habit, selected for its uniform shape, straight trunk, and abundant foliage. Its large, heart-shaped, dark green leaves provide welcome shade in summer, then turn a light yellow to golden hue in the fall. Its discreet but fragrant summer blossoms attract bees and pollinators. Highly hardy and tolerant of pollution, de-icing salt, and urban conditions, it is perfect for alignments, boulevards, tall hedges, or municipal plantings. Its moderate growth and naturally straight and neat habit make it a reliable and structuring choice, suitable for large and medium-sized spaces.
Latin name
Tilia americana 'Sentry'
Common name
American basswood 'Sentry'
Type
TREE
Family
Malvaceae
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Fertilization
Soil type
Well-drained, rich to medium
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pale yellow, scented
Fruiting
Foliage color
Shape
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
15–18 m (49–59 ft)
Width
16–20 ft (5–6 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Flowers that attract butterflies
Butterflies
The availability of our trees changes with new arrivals and the seasons. Some varieties may only be available for a limited time depending on their natural cycle, nursery production or supplier availability. These product pages are here to guide and inspire your choices for the garden, landscaping projects or the creation of a durable privacy screen.
