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Larix gmelinii
Deciduous tree
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The Larix gmelinii plant species is found in Europe - Russia. It is a member of the Pinaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as L. dahurica.

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Latin Name:  Larix gmelinii
Family:  Pinaceae
Author:  (Ruprecht.)Kuzeneva.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  30   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Forms dense forests at high altitudes[74].



Cultivation Notes:  Prefers an open airy position in a light or gravelly well-drained soil[200]. Plants are intolerant of badly drained soils, but they tolerate acid and infertile soils[200]. Succeeds on rocky hill or mountain sides and slopes[200]. A north or east aspect is more suitable than west or south[1]. This species is very cold-hardy when fully dormant, but the trees can be excited into premature growth in Britain by mild spells during the winter and they are then very subject to damage by late frosts and cold winds[1]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200]. Growth is normally slow in Britain with average height increases of less than 30cm per year[185]. Open ground plants, 1 year x 1 year are the best for planting out, do not use container grown plants with spiraled roots[200]. Plants transplant well, even when coming into growth in the spring[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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