Western Larch tree in small nursery pot. Larix occidentalis. Western Tamarack.
Western Larch, Western Tamarack, Mountain Larch, Montana Larch, Larix occidentalis Two year old tree in small nursery pot. Largest Larch tree Native to British Columbia, Montana, Idaho, Washington and Oregon Average life span of 400 years, but have been known to live to 900 years old. Tufts of 15-30 shiny pale green 1-1.8 inch needles that turn gold in the fall before shedding for winter. Cones- 1-1.5 inches Thick reddish brown bark High canopy Moist, coarse, well draining soil Likes sun, highly shade intolerant USDA Hardiness Zones: 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b. 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b. 6a & 6b
