Japanese Larch; larch trees are unusual in that, although a conifer, they lose their needles in autumn unlike most other conifers which are evergreen. Japanese larch is a medium sized tree up to 40m tall, and is a very important forestry species here in the UK; it yields strong timber quality wood, but is also widely used for bonsai production.

Suitable Soil Conditions

• Acid Soil
• Alkali Soil
• Heavy Soil
• Wet Soil

Suitable Site Conditions

• Exposed Site

Ultimate Tree Height

• 20 metres+

Growth Rate

• Fast