Pseudolarix amabilis Seeds | Golden Larch
LATIN NAME: Pseudolarix amabilis
COMMON NAME: Golden Larch
Plant Profile
Golden Larch (Pseudolarix amabilis) grows as a tree in the pine family. Golden larch sets its short, spreading branches with soft, light-green, deciduous leaves in neat whorls, and the whole tree carries the fine, open, elegant look of the cool garden. The blooms are worked steadily by bees for as long as they are open. Gardeners value it precisely for this blend of qualities.
Science & Biotechnology
Within the pine family, Pseudolarix amabilis is of continuing interest to researchers working on plant diversity, seed biology and the selection of improved garden forms. Raising it from seed today is a matter of ordinary good practice rather than specialist skill.
Uses & Benefits
Golden Larch brings genuine presence to the garden and earns its keep across the growing season. Golden larch is a fine, bright tree of cool garden and study collection. It is a fine, bright tree of open, sunny, deep, moist, well-drained garden. Give young trees deep, moist bed, and golden crown will rise over the years. Mature plants need little attention in a well-chosen position.
Golden larch bark, Tu Jing Pi, is a well-known Chinese external antifungal remedy for skin conditions; the tree itself, with golden autumn needles, is a collector’s joy.
Growing from Seed
Golden Larch is one of those generous plants that come along well from seed. Scatter the seed evenly over a loose seed compost, cover to no more than its own depth, and keep the pot moist and bright. Once the seedlings have made true leaves, pot them on individually and plant out when they are sturdy and conditions are right.
Our Take
The traditional uses covered above are what first made this species worth cultivating. Golden Larch settles in quickly once it finds its footing. Its wants are few — a sunny spot, soil that drains, and time to settle in.
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