linden Tilia cordata Type:trees — shade Notable Traits:attracts butterflies/pollinators, tolerates harsh roadside conditions, wildlife food source Hardiness:Zone 3 – 7 Mature Height:40-60ft Light:part to full sun (4 hours or more sun) Water:drought tolerant, requires regular watering Bloom Color:yellow Bloom Time:summer Foliage:green Description ‘Greenspire’ A transplant from Europe, where it has been put to use as a shade tree since ancient times, tthe littleleaf linden has pleasing shape, dense canopy and fragrant flowers that draw many of species of pollinators.