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Larix decidua 'Lucek'

Also Known As

  • Lucek European Larch
  • Lucek Golden European Larch

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 10'-12'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 3b-9b

Larix decidua 'Lucek' plant details

Larix decidua 'Lucek' is a deciduous conifer tree with gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 decidua 'Lucek'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold and green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Larix decidua 'Lucek'

USDA Zones: 3b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Not only is the fall color a beautiful golden-yellow, but when the new growth emerges from the bare twigs in early spring, it is a light, yellow-green, later intensifying to gold by late spring. By mid-summer, the color is mostly just a typical green, but

Gardening facts about Larix decidua 'Lucek' plant

How to Grow Larix decidua 'Lucek'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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