Larix decidua
European Larch, Common Larch
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
20 - 30m
Width:
8 - 9m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Residential
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
One serious pest for this tree species is larch case-bearer, which is a small insect that causes the needles of the larch to brown. Other issues include, leaf cast, canker, needle rust, woolly larch aphid and Japanese beetle. Although this tree does have some pest issues, it is still recommended to be planted specimen tree.
Management Notes
None of significance