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  • 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.

Quart Pot

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

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

#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

#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

#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

#5 Pot

#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants

Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.

Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 24th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.

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