Overview
Small-leaved Linden Bonsai (Tilia cordata) is a hardy deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves, smooth young bark and strong budding ability. It is best suited to larger bonsai, broom, informal upright and naturalistic styles. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor.
Placement
full sun to partial shade
Watering
keep evenly moist; linden can be thirsty in summer
Feeding and fertilising
feed through spring and summer
Pruning and wiring
clip back new growth and reduce large leaves through ramification; structural prune in winter
Repotting
repot every 2-3 years in early spring
Propagation
seed, cuttings and air layers
Pests, diseases and common issues
aphids, honeydew, large leaves on young trees and mildew