Overview
Larix decidua 'Globus' is a conical, pendulous weeping, matforming conifers in the genus Larix, part of the Pinaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Larix decidua 'Globus' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, architectural, low maintenance, banks and slopes and ground cover.
About
Larix decidua, the European larch, is a species of larch native to the mountains of central Europe, in the Alps and Carpathian Mountains, with small disjunct lowland populations in northern Poland. Its life span has been confirmed to be close to 1000 years, with ages of around 2000 years likely.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Larix
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Larix decidua 'Globus' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers
- Habit
- Conical, Pendulous weeping, Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Architectural, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Larix decidua 'Globus'
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to adelgids
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Larix decidua 'Globus'?
Larix decidua 'Globus' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Larix decidua 'Globus' need?
Larix decidua 'Globus' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Larix decidua 'Globus' hardy in the UK?
Larix decidua 'Globus' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Larix decidua 'Globus'?
Seed, Grafting, Semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Larix genus
- Larix gmelinii var. gmelinii
- Larix gmelinii var. japonica
- Larix kaempferi 'Blue Ball'
- Larix kaempferi 'Diana'
- Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder'
- Larix kaempferi 'Haverbeck'
- Larix kaempferi 'Varley'
- Larix laricina 'Arethusa Bog'
