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Larix decidua

European Larch

A rapid-growing conifer, pyramidal in shape when young, and wider spreading with age. The bright green needles change to a bright yellow to orange colour in autumn, eventually shedding them late fall.

  • »  A rapid growing conifer that is pyramidal when young
  • »  Soft, green needles turn golden-yellow in the fall
  • »  Use for windscreens or in solitary plantings

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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:18-30 m
  • Spread:6-10 m
Exposure
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Fast
Habit
Pyramidal
Foliage Color
Golden
Green
Yellow
Landscape uses
Hedge
Naturalizing
Screening (privacy)
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Larix decidua

The European larch is a species of larix, native to the mountains of central Europe, the Alps and Carpathian Mountains, with separated lowland populations in Poland and Lithuania.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Larix decidua

While larix have the appearance of evergreens, however, they shed their needles every fall. The brilliant show of golden-yellow needles makes it visually striking in the autumn months.