Title

Harvest Gold Linden

(F2175, June 2024)
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Lead Author
Lead Author:
Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester
Availability
Availability:
Web only
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General
Scientific Name: Tilia x Harvest Gold Linden ‘Harvest Gold’
Family: Malvaceae (Mallow)
Hardiness: Zone 2
Leaves: Deciduous
Plant Type: Tree

Growth
Rate: Medium
Mature Height: 25-45’
Longevity: Long
Power Line: No

Ornamental
Flowers: Yellow
Fruit: Small tan nutlets
Fall Color: Yellow

Description

An upright tree that develops exfoliating bark as it gets older. 'Harvest Gold' is a hybrid, selected in Canada from a cross between littleleaf linden and Mongolian linden. Leaves are more like littleleaf linden than Mongolian linden. It has an intermediate growth rate, slightly less than littleleaf linden. Flowers are fragrant, similar to other lindens.

Preferences

Light: Full sun but will tolerate shade.
Water: Prefers moist soils, not drought tolerant.
Soil: Adapted to well drained moist soils.

Comments

'Harvest Gold' linden is a very distinctive tree with its exfoliating bark, golden buds and consistent fall color. Excellent for areas where a cold-hardy medium-sized linden is needed.