Golden Larch
Pseudolarix amabilis (formerly Pseudolarix kaempferi). (PINACEAE).
Planting and Growing Golden Larch Trees
You’ll find everything you need to know to plant and grow golden larch trees in the accompanying table’s tabs:
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- Foliage, cones, and seeds of golden larch
- Growing conditions for golden larch
- When to plant golden larch
- How to plant golden larch
- How to prune golden larch
- Watering, fertilizing, and care of golden larch
- Landscape uses of golden larch
- Pest and disease control for golden larch
Growing Golden Larch Trees
A single species of medium-growing, upright, branching and layered, cone-shaped, coniferous, deciduous tree closely related to true larch, usually 20–50 ft. (6–15 m) tall and wide, with smooth, feathery, blue green needles, to 2-1/2 in. (63 mm) long, borne singly or in whorled clusters along the branchlets, turning gold and dropping in autumn.
See also: Larch or tamarack (Larix species), a closely related family with 10 species.
Golden Larch Planting and Care Guide
Cones and Seeds
Cones are green turning brown, rose-shaped, to 3 in. (75 mm) long, borne in dangling clusters, with woody scales and 2-winged seed.
Best Climates
U.S.D.A. Plant Hardiness Zones 6–7. Best with winter chill.
Soil Type and Fertility
Moist, well-drained soil. Fertility: Average. 5.5–7.0 pH.
Where and How to Plant
Full sun. Space 12–25 ft. (3.7–7.5 m) apart. Avoid crowding to prevent disease.
Proper Care
Moderate. Keep evenly moist. Fertilize annually until established. Prune sparingly in winter. Propagate by seed.
About This Species
Good choice for accents, backgrounds, foliage color, screens in open landscapes and lawns. Good for seasonal shade. Drops cones, foliage, requiring maintenance. Pest and disease resistant.