Larix decidua - 80-100 CM C5

Description
The European larch (Larix decidua) is a large tree that grows in a conical shape and usually reaches a height of around 35 metres and a width of around 20 metres. Its needle-shaped leaves are light green in colour. They turn a beautiful golden yellow in autumn. Decorative brown cones adorn Larix decidua from September. This shrub is well tolerant of frost and prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Larix europaea.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * wind-resistant, cannot be built over

leaves
The European larch is deciduous. Its needles are light green. European larch turns a bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
Red-brown, scale-like bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Europe.

Frost hardiness
The European larch has good frost hardiness.

Growth
European larch is a large conical tree with a translucent crown. It usually reaches a height of 25 - 35 m and is approx. 15 - 20 m wide. As a rule, it grows 45 - 50 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Fruit
The cones of Larix decidua appear from September. The young cones have a golden yellow colour.

Use
Solitary

Root
Larix decidua is a heartroot.