Greenspire Lime Trees – Tilia Cordata Greenspire

£159.79£759.79

The Greenspire Lime, scientifically known as Tilia cordata ‘Greenspire’, is a tree that is popularly planted in the UK due to its impressive aesthetic qualities, adaptability, and benefits to local wildlife. This tree variety is a cultivar of the Small-leaved Lime or Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) which is native to much of Europe. The Greenspire Lime is characterised by its stately, pyramidal form, glossy green leaves, and the delicate, fragrant flowers that appear in the summer.

The Greenspire Lime, scientifically known as Tilia cordata ‘Greenspire’, is a tree that is popularly planted in the UK due to its impressive aesthetic qualities, adaptability, and benefits to local wildlife. This tree variety is a cultivar of the Small-leaved Lime or Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) which is native to much of Europe. The Greenspire Lime is characterised by its stately, pyramidal form, glossy green leaves, and the delicate, fragrant flowers that appear in the summer.

One of the main reasons the Greenspire Lime makes a great tree in the UK is its ability to adapt to a wide range of soil types and environmental conditions, including urban settings. This adaptability makes it an excellent choice for both city parks and rural landscapes. Furthermore, the tree’s uniform, columnar shape, and its capacity to maintain this form even in windy conditions, makes it particularly attractive in formal landscapes or as a street tree.

The Greenspire Lime tree also adds significantly to the local ecosystem. Its flowers provide a rich source of nectar for pollinators such as bees, while the dense foliage offers shelter for various species of birds and insects. Its seeds also provide a food source for some species during the winter months. Therefore, planting this tree contributes to biodiversity and can play a crucial role in the local ecological balance.

Differences between the Greenspire Lime and other Tilia trees lie mainly in their shape and growth habit. Unlike the naturally broad or rounded canopies of most Tilia species, the Greenspire cultivar has a reliably upright, columnar form. This feature not only allows it to fit into narrower spaces but also gives it an elegant, formal appearance.

Lastly, the Greenspire Lime is an excellent tree for shaping because of its pyramidal form and predictable growth. Its dense branches respond well to pruning and can be easily shaped into different forms, such as hedges or even topiary, if desired. This characteristic makes the Greenspire Lime a versatile addition to a variety of landscapes, fulfilling both practical and decorative roles.

Style

Full Standard, Boxhead, Feathered, Multi Stem, Pleached, Half Standard Pleached, Umbrella, Half Standard, Espalier, Mini Standard, Ball, Cone, Spiral, Cube, Cloud Form, Cube Spiral, Cube Multiball, Cube Ball Cone, Pom-pom, Lollipop, Archway, Twisted Stem, Triple Lollipop, Multiball 2, Multiball 3, Dome, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cylindrical Dome, Twisted Stem, Unique, Bonsai, Instant Hedge, Instant Screen, Hedging Plants

Root Type

Pot Grown, Rootball, Bare Root

Height

15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm, 200-230cm, 230-250cm, 250-270cm, 270-300cm, 300-350cm, 350-400cm, 400-450cm, 450-500cm, 500-600cm, 600-700cm, 10-20cm, 20-30cm, 30-40cm, 40-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, 70-80cm, 80-90cm, 90-100cm, 100-110cm, 110-120cm, 120-130cm, 130-140cm, 140-150cm

Stem Girth

4-6cm, 6-8cm, 8-10cm, 10-12cm, 12-14cm, 14-16cm, 16-18cm, 18-20cm, 20-22cm, 22-24cm, 24-26cm, 26-28cm, 28-30cm, 30-35cm, 35-40cm, 40-45cm, 45-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, N/A

Foliage Type

Decidious

Origin

Not Native

Water Requirement

Moderate Watering

Growth Height

Tall Growing

Growth Speed

Medium Growth

Costal Growing

Yes

Conifer?

No

Flowering?

Yes

Berries?

0

Toxic?

0

Hard Wood Cutbacks?

0

Fragrant

0

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STANDARD DELIVERY TYPES

Box/Parcel – Used for plants sized 0-70cm, costs £12. Order £100 worth of plants of that size to qualify for free delivery! Parcel deliveries are always sent for next day delivery unless otherwise specified.

Pallet – Used for plants sized 71-230cm, costs £60. Order £350 worth of plants to qualify for free pallet delivery! We always send our pallets for next day delivery, unless requested otherwise.

Private Van – Used for plants sized 231cm and taller, costs £60. Order £350 worth to get free private van delivery!

In all cases you can request a private van delivery, where your plants are delivered by us. Upon your request we can re-evaluate your delivery fee and let you know of the delivery time.

Please note, for pallet and box deliveries we use third party companies to deliver the goods. Not often, but occasionally some delays may happen due to unforeseen circumstances, which are out of our control. For this reason, we ask you to never book gardeners, contractors, or other industry professionals for the estimated delivery date. Please do not book days off work or cancel other commitments specifically for your plant delivery to avoid disappointment.

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Specialized Delivery

If you have any special requirements regarding your delivery, please add it to your order notes or call us on 01603 327269. Always include any delivery restrictions into your order note so appropriate vehicles and good carriers can be used to deliver your plants.

Please note that we currently are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland and The Republic of Ireland due to Brexit rules and regulations.

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