Lime or ‘Linden’ is a native tree and is used as an indicator of ancient woodland. The heart-shaped leaves are about 5–7cm long, smaller than other limes. On the underside of the leaf, they have red hairs in the vein axils, whilst other limes have more, light-coloured hairs. The flowers are very attractive to bees and the resulting honey has a distinctive flavour. There are several modern hybrids which have been selected for particularly good form and easy management. These seven trees are Tilia c. ‘Green Spire’.
A group of seven limes previously stood in this location in the early 19th century and we believe they gave rise to the ‘Seven Sisters’ name. Consequently, the former pub next door was also called the Seven Sisters.