Large Leaf Linden vs Black Cherry - TreeTime.ca

Large Leaf Linden vs Black Cherry

Tilia platyphyllos

Prunus serotina

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON

Large Leaf Linden
Black Cherry

Large Leaf Linden is a tall, deciduous tree native to Europe. Large Leaf Linden features oblong leaves that turn from yellow-green to brilliant yellow in the fall. Large Leaf Linden is ideal as a shade or ornamental tree in a larger yard.

Black Cherry is common in eastern North America but a rare find elsewhere. This tree is shade tolerant and is often found in old fields, forest openings, and along fencerows.

The fruit is edible and is commonly used to flavor rum and brandy. It is also edible and often eaten fresh or used in wine or jelly. Black Cherry trees typically begin producing fruit when they are 10 years of age.

Black Cherry wood is a rich reddish-brown color and is strong, making it valued in cabinetry and woodworking. It is often used in reclamation as well.

The leaves can poison livestock as they contain cyanide derivatives and precursors. However, many have noted that deer still seem to browse their trees with impunity and birds and other animals eat the fruit when available.

Large Leaf Linden Quick Facts

Black Cherry Quick Facts

Lowest Price: $6.99 - SAVE UP TO 36%
Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Height: 24 m (80 ft)
Spread: 15 m (49 ft)
Spread: 14 m (45 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: yellow to orange
Flowers: yellow-white
Flowers: white
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low




Toxicity: bark and wilted leaves toxic to livestock
Other Names: broadleaf lime, large-leaved lime
Other Names: mountain black cherry, wild cherry, wild rum cherry