Larix decidua 'Lucek'
Common name
European Larch
Family
Pinaceae
Genus
Larches are conifers in the genus Larix, of the family Pinaceae. They are native to much of the cooler temperate northern hemisphere, on lowlands in the north and high on mountains further south. Larches are among the dominant plants in the boreal forests of Siberia and Canada. Although they are conifers, larches are deciduous trees that lose their needles in the autumn.
Details
Larix decidua 'Lucek' is a unique Larch. The new growth emerges a light yellow-green in early Spring turning to gold by late Spring and then green by mid summer. Hand grafted and propagated at Lime Cross Nursery.
Soil Type: Normal, heavy clay, light sandy, chalk, loam.
Aspect: Full sun.
Foliage Type: Deciduous.
Foliage Colour: Green - yellow and golden leaves/needles.
Pot Size: 3 litre and 10 Litre.
Ultimate Height: 4-8m.
Ultimate Spread: 1m.
Growth Rate: 20 - 50 years.
Special Attributes: Makes a great accent plant for the garden landscape.