{"product_id":"tilia-platyphyllos-large-leaved-lime","title":"Tilia platyphyllos - Large Leaved Lime","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eLarge-Leaved Lime\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnificent native tree, valued for its broad canopy, heart-shaped foliage and wildlife-friendly qualities. Ideal for larger gardens, estates, parks and avenue planting, it develops into an impressive specimen that provides shade, structure and seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTilia platyphyllos\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the UK's native lime species, recognised for its large green leaves, fragrant summer flowers and attractive upright growth habit. As the tree matures, it forms a broad, stately crown that makes a striking landscape feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTilia platyphyllos\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, upright and vigorous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large heart-shaped green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant pale-yellow flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feature planting, parks, avenues and large gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hedgesonline.com\/products\/tilia-cordata-greenspire\" title=\"Tilia Cordata Greenspire\"\u003eTilia Cordata\u003c\/a\u003e, their native deciduous cousin, is the small leaved lime.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThere are several options for purchasing this tree depending on size and root formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe size of the tree is measured in centimetres and refers to the stem girth of the tree at approximately 1m above ground level.  \u003cstrong\u003eMost of these trees will be around 3-4m in height but please note they are not sold by height, they are sold according to stem girth\u003c\/strong\u003e.  If in doubt about what this means, please do call the nursery and we will be happy to advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou have the choice of purchasing bare root, rootballed or container grown.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer grown trees\u003c\/strong\u003e are grown in plastic pots or bags and can be planted all year round.  The bare root and rootballed options are field grown trees which are dug from our fields to order to minimise the length of time they are out of the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBare root trees \u003c\/strong\u003eare dug from our fields with no soil around their roots.  They must be planted immediately after receiving them to reduce the chances of their roots drying out and struggling to establish.  As there is no soil around their roots, they are a cheaper option for planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRootballed trees\u003c\/strong\u003e are exactly the same tree dug from our fields however a ball of soil is dug around the roots which is then wrapped up in hessian.  This puts significantly less stress on the root system compared to a bare root, however \u003cstrong\u003eplease be advised that this can make them very heavy to handle,\u003c\/strong\u003e so please do telephone us to discuss this if you think it might be an issue for you.  When you receive the tree, you should plant it with the hessian still around the roots as it will quickly rot away and new root growth will easily push through the hessian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBoth the bare root and rootballed options are \u003cstrong\u003eonly available during the colder months of the year\u003c\/strong\u003e when they are dormant (usually between November and March, weather depending).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDue to the size of these Large Leaved Lime Trees (Tilia platyphyllos), we will need to quote for delivery on an individual basis. Please telephone us to discuss delivery of your plants. Plants can, of course, be collected from our nursery free of charge.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCareful preparation of your planting site is important and we recommend mixing your soil with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hedgesonline.com\/accessories\/rose-tree-shrub-compost-50lt-bag\/\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e and\/or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hedgesonline.com\/accessories\/farmyard-manure-50lt-bag\/\"\u003efarmyard manure\u003c\/a\u003e to give your trees the best start. It is also extremely important to plant using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hedgesonline.com\/accessories\/tree-stake\/\"\u003etree stake\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hedgesonline.com\/accessories\/tree-tie\/\"\u003etie\u003c\/a\u003e to support your tree in its first few years to avoid it blowing over until its roots have properly established as anchors in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe also stock a range of other specimen trees suitable for garden planting. These can be viewed on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hedgesonline.com\/assorted-trees-shrubs\/trees\/\"\u003etrees\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor more information on Large Leaved Lime trees or for advice on any other trees or hedging, please call us on 01252 714552 to speak to one of our experts or email us on sales@hedgesonline.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"HedgesOnlineShop","offers":[{"title":"Container Grown \/ 10\/12cm \/ Standard","offer_id":50344833188113,"sku":"TP45A","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Container Grown \/ 12\/14cm \/ Standard","offer_id":55274021716341,"sku":"TP451214A","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Container Grown \/ 14\/16cm \/ Standard","offer_id":55274021749109,"sku":"TP4514\/16A","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/8613\/6337\/files\/MathiasNurseriesLargeLeavedLime.webp?v=1726754133","url":"https:\/\/hedgesonline.com\/products\/tilia-platyphyllos-large-leaved-lime","provider":"Hedges Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}