Spring ReLeaf 2026: American Linden (Tilia americana)

The American Linden or Basswood (Tilia americana) is a large shade tree native to Manitoba with a pyramid-like shape. Size: Approximately 60 feet in height and 40 feet wide at maturity Foliage: Dark green with fragrant flowers in spring that turns gold in the autumn. Growing conditions: Prefers moist to dry soil, but no drought tolerant. Fill sun. To read more about this tree to see if it is a good match for you, visit here and here. 🌳 🌳 🌳 PLEASE NOTE BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER: - Trees must be paid for in advance. Sorry, but once the tree is ordered, we cannot provide a refund. The pickup date is Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm at Bronx Park Community Centre, 755 Henderson Highway. - This is a “two-gallon container-sized” tree. Its height will depend on when it was picked in its growing cycle but should be around three or four feet tall. The container is about the circumference of a four-litre ice cream pail and will fit into a regular-sized car. We will have volunteers to help you, should you need it. (Transportation can be messy, so we recommend bringing a blanket or tarp to protect your car interior.) - Call Before You Dig: Submit your planting location as soon as possible to make sure you are not planting over underground utilities. Contact https://clickbeforeyoudigmb.com/ or call 1-800-940-3447 and allow at least three working days for a response. Trees should not be planted under power lines. - All our trees come from family-owned Manitoba-based tree farms. - For more information, contact us at office@treeswinnipeg.org