Western Larch
Other Names: Tamarack, Western Tamarack, Hackmatack, Mountain Larch, Montana Larch
Family: Pinaceae
Native to: Western North America
Hardy to zone: 1
Natural habitat: mountains, hillsides & uplands, rocky slopes
Unique attractions: fall colour
Common uses: reforestation, naturalized plantings
Light: full sun
Soil: moist and fertile, well drained, drought tolerant, dry
Western larch is the largest our native North American larches; found in the interior mountain s of the north west. Well adapted to extreme weather (up to zone 1) and poor soil, provided it's well drained.
The wood is similar to Douglas fir, making it useful for logging. Vibrant yellow needdles give it an attractive presence against the greens of other conifers in the fall.
