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Larix gmelinii var. olgensisLarix gmelinii

var. olgensis

Olga Bay Larch

In Stock: 2.594 lb (Total:2.594lb)

Larix gmelinii var. olgensis

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2.59 lb

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

99,879

Quantity:

2.59 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

2

Item ID:

1832444

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is prefered

Larix gmelinii var. olgensis, often referred to as the Olga Bay Larch, thrives best in the cold, mirroring its native habitat in northeastern Siberia. A standout choice for cooler climates, this tree can make a home in moist, acidic, well-drained soil, basking in full sunrays and enjoying cool summers and cold winters. This tree is a less-than-ideal fit for hot and humid environments, performing poorly in these conditions, and isn't the most compatible with dry soils and city pollutants.
Olga Bay Larch is a distinctive conifer, that sheds its needles in winter, after they turn a stunning showy yellow during autumn. This conical tree matures into a somewhat irregular, wide-spreading, and dramatic form as it ages, reaching 60-90 ft in height and around 30 ft in spread. The aesthetic of this tree is enhanced by its bright green foliage that lasts till late fall before transitioning to yellow.
Variety olgensis shows minute differences from the regular Dahurian larch; it boasts hairy, reddish-brown young twigs and slightly larger cones. One of its kind, the Olga Bay Larch is a remarkable tree for cold conditions and fall color.