Origin:
Developed by Dr. Wilbert Ronald
and Mr. Rick Durand. Selected from an open-pollinated
seedling population produced by crossing
Littleleaf Linden from a Manchurian source with a
Mongolian Linden.
Hardiness:
Zone 2 (Canadian and USDA)
Growth Rate:
Approximately 10-15% less than Littleleaf Linden.
Description:
Upright growth habit. Exfoliating bark.
Attractive, disease-free, glossy foliage that
consistently turns a golden fall colour.
Landscape Value:
Excellent shade tree in residential and downtown
plantings, particularly where an upright growth
habit and reduced crown spread are required.