- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 40 - 80 Feet
- Mature Spread 15 - 30 Feet
- Growing Zones 2 - 5
If you are looking for a coniferous tree with some spectacular autumnal color, you will be hard-pressed to find a better specimen than the Tamarack Tree. Also known as Larix laricina, the Tamarack Tree forms an elegant upright shape up to 40 to 80 feet tall with bright green foliage that turns golden-yellow in the fall. Being cold hardy, the Tamarack Tree is ideal for colder locations and will impress with its bright foliage as winter approaches.
Unlike most conifers, the Tamarack Tree is deciduous and drops its needles with the onset of winter. An American native, the Tamarack Tree is deer tolerant and grows almost pest-free. It requires minimal if any pruning and is a low-maintenance specimen. Perfect as a specimen tree, you will want to plant the Tamarack Tree where its foliage color can be appreciated.
Tamarack Tree Care
The Tamarack Tree grows best in full sun. However, it can cope with a little shade as well. It prefers moist soil that is well drained and slightly acidic. Frequent irrigation is required for the first few years until established. Happiest in cooler conditions, the Tamarack Tree is suitable for growing in zones 2 to 5. Due to its eventual size and fast growth, care must be taken when siting this tree to avoid any overhead issues in the future.
The Tamarack Tree naturally forms an impressive pyramidal shade and generally does not require any pruning. However, any dead or damaged branches can be removed during its dormancy in winter.
Tamarack Tree Spacing
Over time, the Tamarack Tree can reach a size of 40 to 80 feet tall and 15 to 30 feet wide. A distance of 15 to 30 feet away from any other trees is advisable to let it grow unhindered.
Tamarack Tree Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 - 5 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 40 - 80 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 15 - 30 Feet |
| Spacing: 15 - 30 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: N/A |
| Bloom Period: N/A |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green to Golden Yellow in the Fall |
| Seasonal Interest: N/A |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Native to North America |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Tamarack Tree |
| Other Name(s): American Larch, Eastern Larch, Alaska Larch, North American Black Larch, Tamarack Larch, and Hackmatack |
| Scientific Name: Larix laricina |
- SKU:
- 1231015217-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Winter
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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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