Tilia platyphyllos Rubra 15 Litre Pot

Tilia platyphyllos 'Rubra' – Red-twigged Large-leaved Lime

Tilia platyphyllos 'Rubra' is a vigorous and stately lime tree, admired for its reddish young shoots, large heart-shaped foliage, and clusters of fragrant flowers in summer. Graceful and wildlife-friendly, it is an excellent choice for specimen planting, avenues, or adding long-lasting structure to large gardens and landscapes.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Reddish young shoots emerge, followed by large, bright green leaves.

• Summer: Creamy-yellow, fragrant flowers appear in clusters, attracting bees and pollinators.

• Autumn: Leaves turn warm yellow before falling, providing seasonal colour.

• Winter: Strong framework with red-tinged young twigs adds subtle colour and texture.

Key Features

• Reddish young shoots – Distinctive colouring that sets it apart from other limes.

• Large, heart-shaped leaves – Create a bold canopy and excellent shade.

• Fragrant summer flowers – Nectar-rich, highly attractive to pollinators.

• Fast-growing – Establishes quickly into a medium to large tree.

• Hardy and adaptable – Thrives in a wide range of UK conditions.

Perfect For

• Specimen planting – A commanding feature tree with striking foliage and flowers.

• Avenues and driveways – Elegant when planted in rows.

• Wildlife gardens – Flowers are a valuable food source for bees.

• Large landscapes – Provides strong structure and shade.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil is best; tolerates clay and loam.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Minimal pruning required; best done in winter when dormant. Water regularly during dry spells in the first few years.

Looks Great With

• Other stately trees – Combine with Oak, Beech, or Plane for grandeur.

• Autumn performers – Acers, Liquidambar, or Nyssa extend seasonal colour.

• Evergreens – Yew or Holly for year-round contrast.

• Spring bulbs – Daffodils or Bluebells naturalised beneath its canopy.

Tilia platyphyllos 'Rubra' is a magnificent lime tree, combining reddish young shoots, fragrant summer flowers, and bold foliage. Perfect for specimen planting, avenues, or wildlife gardens, it delivers elegance, shade, and multi-season interest in larger landscapes.

Tilia platyphyllos Rubra 15 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Midsummer Pale yellow Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.