American Larch

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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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