Tamarack Larch
Botanical Name: Larix Laricina
Hardiness Zones: 2-5
Mature Height: 40-80'
Growth Rate: Fast
Seed Source: Canada
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| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTAAG501Y01 | 1 Y | 1 - 3" |
| $4.82 | $4.17 | $3.52 | $2.87 | $2.66 | $2.44 | |
| LTAAG501Y03 | 1 Y | 3 – 6″ |
| $4.93 | $4.28 | $3.63 | $2.98 | $2.77 | $2.55 | |
| LTAAG501Y06 | 1 Y | 6 – 9″ |
| $5.04 | $4.39 | $3.74 | $3.09 | $2.88 | $2.66 | |
| LTAAG502Y12 | 2 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $5.41 | $4.76 | $4.11 | $3.46 | $3.25 | $3.03 | |
| LTAAG502Y18 | 2 Y | 18 – 24″ |
| $5.63 | $4.98 | $4.33 | $3.68 | $3.47 | $3.25 | |
| LTAAG502Y24 | 2 Y | 24 – 36″ |
| $5.74 | $5.09 | $4.44 | $3.79 | $3.58 | $3.36 | |
Notes
Tamarack Larch is know to grow better during the cooler temperatures of the year. It has green, thin needles that can grow up to 1.5" in length.
Uses
Tamarack Larch tree's are often used to provide light shade.
Wildlife Value
Osprey and owls enjoy nesting in the Tamarack Larch trees. It also serves as a winter food source for grouse and crossbills.
History & Lore
The Tamarack Larch has many other names. It is also commonly called: American Larch, Eastern Larch, Alaska Larch, and North American Black Larch.
Hardiness Zones
2-5
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Larch
Mature Height
40-80'
Mature Spread
30'
Growth Rate
Fast
Seed Source
Canada
Sun Preference
Full sun
Soil PH Range
5.9-7.0
Soil Preference
Acidic, well drained, moist soil
Tolerant
Wet soil
Intolerant
Full shade
Diseases
Needle cast/rust, canker
Pests
Larch sawfly, larch looper, tussock moth, japanese beetle
