American Larch
American Larch
from $22.00
Size: 12 - 24”
Age class: 1-0, 2-0, 3-0
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Also called tamarack, the American larch is one of our northernmost trees, growing 40-80 ft. It typically grows in boreal forests in wet, poorly drained bogs. American larch is one of the fastest growing conifers when planted in the correct conditions and can be underplanted with acid loving shrubs and wildflowers. American larch does not tolerate shade, heat, or pollution; however, it will tolerate drier soils than it does in natural areas. It is considered a low maintenance tree species.
BUNDLE BREAKDOWN:
Per-bundle pricing displayed below. Multiple-bundle pricing reflected in shopping cart.
Bundle of 1: $22
Bundle of 5: $102
Bundle of 10: $146
Bundle of 25: $218
Bundle of 50: $364
STATS ON AMERICAN LARCH:
Mature Height: 40 –80 feet
Mature Width: 15-30 feet
Soil Type: Acidic, moist soils
Moisture: Moist, tolerates moderate
Sun: Full sun, partial shade, shade
Growth Rate: Slow
KEY CHARACTERISTICS OF AMERICAN LARCH
Seed cones are small, typically less than 2cm.
Bark appears gray to reddish brown. Used historically for poles, cross ties, and for framing.
Needles are soft and bright green. Unlike most conifers, it drops needles in winter after a spectacular fall color.
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