'Diana' Japanese larch
Planted 2008
This Japanese native tree prefers cold winters and cool summers. It is a deciduous conifer, with its needles falling off in the autumn. The ‘Diana’ cultivar has twisting and contorting branches. Its blue-green twisting needles turn a golden color in the fall. An unusual but intriguing conifer for landscapes. All Larch prefer a well-drained, organic rich soil.
Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
---|---|---|---|---|
20-30 ft. | 15-20 ft. | 4-7 | Medium | Medium |
Leaf
Deciduous needles that grow in clusters.
Fruit
Cone.
Flower
Not showy.
Advantages
Pretty yellow fall color. Grows well in cooler conditions.
Disadvantages
Intolerant of shade and dry soils.