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Tamarack

Tamarack

Tamarack

(American Larch, Hackmatack)           

Larix Laricina

A very cold hardy, deciduous conifer, native to New Brunswick with a natural range across much of Canada. An unusual tree with needles turning from bluish-green in summer to a beautiful golden-yellow before dropping them in fall. On the best sites, it can live to 150 years and grow to 75 feet. Ideal for planting on boggy, poorly draining sites but will happily grow in moist, well draining soil too. Provides food and shelter for local wildlife.

Additional information

Foliage

Deciduous, Coniferous

Locale

Native to New Brunswick, Native to North America

Height

Large (60-100ft)

Width

Narrow

Form

Pyramidal

Growth Rate

Moderate

Longevity

Long (over 100 years)

Hardiness Zones *

2, 3, 4, 5

Sun Exposure

Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs)

Soil Preferences *

Slightly Acidic, Wet

Soil Tolerances

Clay, Poor Draining, Slightly Alkaline

Other Tolerances

Road Salt

Ornamental Interest

Form, Leaves (colour)

Wildlife Value

Birds (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds)

Seed Collection

Personally in NB

Planting Considerations

Intolerant of Full Shade, Intolerant of Urban Pollution, Shallow Roots