Photo of Larix laricina foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Larix laricina

Also Known As

  • American Larch

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 60'-80'
  • W: 15'-30'

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

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Larix laricina plant details

Larix laricina is a deciduous conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Larix laricina

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 60 FT - 80 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Larix laricina

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?There is no more delicate charm in the North Woods than when the soft green tufts of needles first begin to clothe the [Larch]? (Peattie); most northerly growing tree, it prefers (though it?s not required) a boggy site. S/M-W
This is the most widespread Larch across North America. It's pretty slow growing, medium textured and will eventually grow to 60-80' tall. The foliage is bluish-green and turns yellow in the autumn. Prefers moist, well drained, acid soils and does not tolerate shade or pollution. Excellent planted in groves.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Larix laricina plant

How to Grow Larix laricina

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

Landscape groups by tags

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aka Japanese Larch

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 80'-100'

Width: 20'-20'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Larix kaempferi cones, foliage by Daderot
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aka European Larch

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

3a-7b

Size

Height: 80'-100'

Width: 20'-30'

  • sun
  • regular - occasional
Photo of Larix decidua form by Karl Gercens III
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aka Little Bogle Japanese Larch

Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 6'

Width: 4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
Photo of Larix decidua 'Little Bogle' foliage by Conifer Kingdom
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aka Weeping European Larch

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Conifer

Zones

3a-8b

Size

Height: 8'-12'

Width: 10'-12'

  • sun
  • regular
Photo of Larix decidua 'Pendula' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Dahurian Larch, Olga Bay Larch

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 40'-90'

Width: 15'-30'

  • sun
  • even moisture
Photo of Larix gmelinii var. olgensis cones, foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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