Pseudolarix amabilis - 20-30 CM C3

Description
The Golden larch (Pseudolarix amabilis) is a tree that grows in a conical, picturesque shape and usually reaches a height of around 25 metres and a width of around 15 metres. Its leaves are light green in colour. They turn a beautiful golden yellow in autumn. This shrub is well tolerant of frost. It prefers well-drained, lime-free, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny, sheltered position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Pseudolarix kaempferi.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque tree * attractive golden yellow autumn colouring

Leaves
The Golden larch is deciduous. Its needles are light green and very soft. Golden larch is bright golden yellow in autumn.

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

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Golden larch has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Golden larch is a conical, picturesque tree with a translucent crown. It usually reaches a height of 10 - 25 m and is approx. 8 - 15 m wide. It usually grows 20 - 25 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Fruit
The brown cones of Pseudolarix amabilis are small and rosette-shaped. The young cones have a blue-grey colour.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Pseudolarix amabilis is a deep-rooting plant.