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Tamarack Larch Seedling Plugs
[a.k.a. American Larch]
[Larix laricina, Larix americana]
The Tamarack Larch is one of our more unique species in that it is technically NOT an evergreen tree [an evergreen conifer], but rather it is a deciduous conifer. Its light blue-green needles, which are longer than most spruces but shorter than most pines, turn a spectacular golden color in the fall and then drop to create a carpet of wonderful pine straw across the ground. This pine straw can be gathered up and used as a mulch or bark substitute around other plants in your landscape. Larch are therefore not suitable for use as Christmas trees [unless your name is Charlie Brown!]. In the spring they green up at about the same rate as leafy deciduous trees, and can reach a mature height of 65 feet.
NOTE: Since Tamarack Larch are a "deciduous conifer" [as opposed to an "evergreen conifer"], they drop their needles every fall, and any Larch shipped around mid-Oct or later will sport either rich, golden yellow needles, just a few golden needles, or no needles at all. By early April they will break bud and begin sprouting new green needles, thus returning to their rich and fully green appearance.
Another unique feature of the Tamarack Larch is its ability to handle extremely cold winter temperatures, growing all the way up to the Arctic tundra. Its second trick is its ability to grow in low, swampy soils near streams and ponds, as well as a wide variety of other soil types.
The seed-bearing pine cones of the Tamarack Larch turn from bright red to brown as they prepare to release their seeds. The wood is flexible and very rot resistant, making it a great choice for making snowshoes [back when people actually needed snowshoes]. Today the Tamarack Larch is often used for ornamental purposes, and is also a favorite for bonsai. The word Tamarack is of Native American origin.
Although Eastern Larch Beetles are known to attack Tamarack Larch, the beetles prefer already weakened or dying trees. If your trees are properly cared for and in decent health, you need not be concerned about beetle infestations.
Estimated height: 8-12 inches - height does not include roots [?]
Zones 2-6 (see zone map)
Requires full sun, does not do well in shade
NOW SHIPPING MON-WED: Order by 9am EST Monday through Wednesday and these specific trees will ship that same day, as long as your trees will reach you by the weekend [we don't want your box of trees sitting on a loading dock all weekend in the hot sun]. If you'd like to order now to guarantee availability but postpone your shipment to a later date, please specify that date in a follow up email after placing your order. See our shipping page for more details.
PACKAGING OPTIONS: We offer individual plastic packaging, eco-friendly packaging and cotton gift bag packaging for all sizes of plug seedlings, sold separately in matching quantities.
California and Oregon residents: We cannot ship this type of tree to you due to your state's quarantine restrictions. View our CA/OR quarantine list >>
Washington State residents: We cannot ship this type of tree to you due to your state's quarantine restrictions. View our WA quarantine list >>
Prices include all shipping and handling charges
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5-pack:
$23.00
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10-pack:
$33.00
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25-pack:
$59.00
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50-pack:
$94.00
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100-pack:
$140.00
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Pictures of mature Tamarack Larch
These pictures are for general identification and description only. As your trees reach maturity, they may vary slightly in size, color, and general appearance.
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