dahurian larch

The Dahurian larch (Larix gmelinii var. principis-rupprechtii) is an evergreen species that is well-adapted to cold weather. It prefers moist conditions and requires regular watering. To ensure optimum growth, water your Dahurian larch about once a week for the first few weeks after planting to help it acclimate to its new home. After the initial watering, water should be applied more often during hot, dry weather. In general, larch trees need 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week. Deep-soaking the soil around the tree each time you water will help keep the tree's roots as moist as possible without over-watering.

Dahurian larch (Larix gmelinii var. principis-rupprechtii) is a deciduous coniferous tree native to Northern Hemisphere that requires full sunlight for optimal growth. It does best when planted in well-draining soild with direct exposure to sunlight, and can tolerate some shade. The amount of sunlight needed for this species varies depending on the time of year. In the spring and summer months, when the plant is actively growing, your larch should receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. During this time of active growth, it is beneficial for the plant to receive as much sun as possible. In the autumn months, as the days begin to shorten and the temperatures cool, larch trees require 4 to 5 hours of light each day. During the winter months, when this species is dormant, it requires 2 to 4 hours of sunlight per day.

The best time to prune Dahurian larch (Larix gmelinii var. principis-rupprechtii) is in early spring, before the new foliage appears and the sap begins to flow. Pruning should be done sparingly and judiciously, as when desired, it can be done throughout the year but at other times when the larch is actively growing, more energy expended on new growth can be lost. When pruning this variety of conifer, it is best to use sharp, clean pruning shears and to limit pruning to dead and diseased branches, as well as any branches that are significantly out of balance or crowding other foliage. When removing large branches, it is important to make sure to cut slightly outside of the branch collar so that new growth is not hindered. For aesthetic pruning, such as shaping and thinning, it is best to focus on removing only a portion of branches at 1 time while leaving some "green" on the tree for food production and development before it loses or puts out new foliage. As with any pruning, it is important to avoid over-pruning, as this may stress the tree or lead to disease and other issues.