Larix laricina 'Iron Rod'

Also Known As

Iron Rod American Larch

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 20'-40'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

2a-8b

Larix laricina 'Iron Rod' plant details

Larix laricina 'Iron Rod' is a deciduous conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Larix laricina 'Iron Rod'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, columnar

GROWING CONDITIONS for Larix laricina 'Iron Rod'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very narrow, and quite fast-growing selection by Josef Braeu of Edelweiss Nursery in Duluth, Minnesota. Its blue-green colour and narrow, fastigiate growing habit make it an exciting new selection.