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Larix laricina 'Blue Sparkler'

Also Known As

Larix kaempferi 'Blue Sparkler'
Blue Sparkler American Larch
Blue Sparkler Tamarack

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 36"
W: 30"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Larix laricina 'Blue Sparkler' plant details

Larix laricina 'Blue Sparkler' is a moderate-growing deciduous or evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue, gold and green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Larix laricina 'Blue Sparkler'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: deciduous or evergreen blue, gold and green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, dwarf, fall color, pyramidal, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Larix laricina 'Blue Sparkler'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In spring, the new growth of this small, globe-shaped American larch hints of sparklers, as new blue needles with powder-blue and green tones burst on the scene. In fall, the needles of the extremely hardy deciduous conifer change to an excellent, rich ye

By: Conifer Kingdom

Gorgeous, very-soft needles emerge a dazzling blue in the spring on this slow-growing 12' dwarf, conical tree before being suffused with soft green tones for the summer. This tree is truly exquisite all season long, however, it is considered by some to be at is finest in autumn when the needles become a soft-buttery yellow. S/M

By: Forestfarm

A dwarf form of American Larch with a broad conical habit. Blue green foliage turns a lovely yellow in the fall before dropping. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

A dense, broadly-upright, dwarf deciduous conifer with sparkling blue needles. Makes quite a statement in the spring and summer garden, then turns gold in the fall. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil. 3' tall x 2.5' wide in 10 years. Hardy to -60 °F.