European Larch (Larix decidua)
European larch (Larix decidua) is a deciduous conifer: fresh green needles in spring, golden-yellow in autumn, then bare in winter. A light, fast-growing tree for parks and large green spaces.
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Specifications
- Height: All sizes available
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Watering: Moderate watering
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Frost resistance: Very frost hardy
Use in landscaping projects
European larch is a conifer that loses its needles in winter – completely normal for this species. It is used in parks, groups, large green spaces, shelterbelts and mountain areas, where its golden autumn colour is striking.
Planting and spacing
It reaches 25–35 m with an airy conical crown. Plant as a specimen or in groups 4–6 m apart. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils; it does not tolerate waterlogging.
Care and maintenance
It is very frost-hardy. Water regularly in the first years, especially in dry summers. No pruning is needed. In winter, without needles, the tree is not dead – it leafs out again in spring.
Frequently asked questions
Is it normal for larch to lose its needles in winter?
Yes, larch is a deciduous conifer; the needles drop in autumn and regrow in spring.
Where should larch be planted?
In sunny sites with moist, well-drained soil, in parks and large green spaces.
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