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Alaskan Larch

Also known as

tamarack, hackmatack, eastern larch, black larch, red larch and American larch

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Larix laricina

Genus

Larix

Family

Pinaceae

Order

Pinales

How to care for Alaskan Larch

💦 Water

How often to water your Alaskan Larch

Alaskan Larch needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Alaskan Larch in your home

Alaskan Larch love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Alaskan Larch does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Alaskan Larch in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Alaskan Larch

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Alaskan Larch: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Alaskan Larch after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Alaskan Larch is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

Alaskan Larch prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Alaskan Larch requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Alaskan Larch Light Requirements →

Alaskan Larch Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Alaskan Larch is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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🪴 Soil

Alaskan Larch does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Alaskan Larch →

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💩 Fertilizer

Alaskan Larch grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Alaskan Larch →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Alaskan Larch will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Alaskan Larch can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-5b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Alaskan Larch, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.