This deciduous tree has grey furrowed trunk with upright spreading branches that form a dense domed crown. It has heart-shaped dark green leaves and the small yellowish saucer-shaped flowers appear in clusters during mid-summer.

Hardiness zones 2 to 9 

Tilia cordata is naturally found from Europe to England growing in deep well drained moist organic rich soils in an open sunny position and is drought tender but frost resistant.  

The Small Leaved Lime is a long lived tree that is grown for its habit and is planted in parks or large gardens for shade or as a lawn specimen. It is also used in formal gardens and establishes in 3 to 5 years. It is suitable for cool mountain regions but dislikes wet soils. ID 1593

Note:
The soft whitish wood is commonly used for woodcarving.

Tilia (TEE-lee-ah) cordata (kor-DAH-ta)

Tiliaceae 
Lime or Linden Family