'Harvest Gold' Linden
Tilia cordata x mongolica
'Harvest Gold' Linden (Tilia cordata x mongolica) is a tree suited to the Colorado Front Range, rated "Conditionally Recommended" on the 2024 Front Range Tree Recommendation List. It matures to about 40–50 ft tall and 30–35 ft wide, needs medium water, and prefers full sun to partial shade.
medium water40–50 ft tall and 30–35 ft wide
Photos
- Photo 1: "Tilia cordata x mongolica Harvest Gold - 2020-10-07 - Andy Mabbett" by Andy Mabbett is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/.
- Photo 2: (c) Alreadyexist, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA)
- Photo 3: AnRo0002, no known copyright restrictions (public domain)
- Photo 4: "Tilia cordata x mongolica" is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/.
At a glance
Will it survive here?
- Hardiness zones
- USDA 3–7
- Water needs
- medium water
- Sun
- Best in full sun; tolerates partial shade.
- Soil
- clay, loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.0–8.2
- Hail tolerance
- moderate
- Wind tolerance
- moderate
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
How big, what shape?
- Mature size
- 40–50 ft tall and 30–35 ft wide
- Mature form
- Pyramidal
- Spacing / clearance
- ~35 ft of clearance
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Lifespan
- Medium
What it looks like, and when
- Bloom time
- early summer, mid summer
- Bloom color
- yellow, cream
- Fall color
- Yellow
- Foliage
- Deciduous
Who else benefits
- Pollinator value
- high
- Deer
- Not deer-resistant
- Colorado native
- No
Site factors to consider
- Critical: Cold HardinessThe average low suits it fine; our real cold risk is the swings, late frosts, and intense winter sun, so wrap young trunks and give it shelter.
- Watch: Leaf ScorchIts leaf edges brown in hot, dry wind, so give it steady summer water and some shelter from the worst afternoon blast.
Common problems on the Front Range
- Aphids and the resulting honeydew and sooty mold
- Japanese beetle defoliation
These are general tendencies for this group of plants on the Front Range, not a diagnosis. Many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or your local CSU Extension office.
Frequently asked questions
- Is 'Harvest Gold' Linden good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes, 'Harvest Gold' Linden is a well-suited tree for Colorado's Front Range, rated "Conditionally Recommended" on the 2024 Front Range Tree Recommendation List.
- Why is 'Harvest Gold' Linden only conditionally recommended on the Front Range?
- The main catches here: The average low suits it fine; our real cold risk is the swings, late frosts, and intense winter sun, so wrap young trunks and give it shelter.
- How big does 'Harvest Gold' Linden get?
- It matures to about 40–50 ft tall and 30–35 ft wide.
- How much room does 'Harvest Gold' Linden need?
- Give 'Harvest Gold' Linden about 35 ft of clearance from buildings, fences, and other trees so the mature canopy isn't crowded.
- What shape does 'Harvest Gold' Linden grow into?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden typically grows into a pyramidal, conical outline that is widest at the base. This is the species' usual mature form, named cultivars (columnar, weeping, or compact selections) can differ, so check the specific cultivar.
- Is 'Harvest Gold' Linden hardy on the Front Range?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden is hardy in USDA 3–7. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b–6a, so it is well within range. That said, it carries a cold-hardiness caution: The average low suits it fine; our real cold risk is the swings, late frosts, and intense winter sun, so wrap young trunks and give it shelter.
- How much water does 'Harvest Gold' Linden need?
- It needs medium water once established.
- How fast does 'Harvest Gold' Linden grow?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden is a moderate-growing tree. Growth rate depends on water and site conditions on the Front Range.
- How long does 'Harvest Gold' Linden live?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden has a moderate lifespan for a Front Range tree. Actual lifespan varies with site, water, and care.
- What color does 'Harvest Gold' Linden turn in fall?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden turns yellow in autumn. Fall color intensity varies with the season and site on the Front Range.
- Is 'Harvest Gold' Linden native to Colorado?
- No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.
- Is 'Harvest Gold' Linden deer-resistant?
- No. 'Harvest Gold' Linden is not considered deer-resistant and may need protection where deer browse.
- Is 'Harvest Gold' Linden prone to pests or disease on the Front Range?
- 'Harvest Gold' Linden can be affected by aphids and the resulting honeydew and sooty mold and other issues common to this group on the Front Range. These are general tendencies, not a diagnosis, many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or CSU Extension.
