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Larix laricina



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Larix laricina
Tamarack

A large open, narrow pyramidal deciduous conifer native from the Arctic Circle of North America into the northern US.

Habit:Narrow pyramidal and open with a straight central leader and slightly pendulous tertiary branches
Size:40-60' high
Color:Slightly bluish green
Texture:Medium-fine
Hardiness:Zone 2a USDA
Habitat:Arctic Circle of Canada - Newfoundland - Pennsylvania - Illinois - Minnesota - Alaska
Family:Pinaceae

 
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