Overview
Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' is a conical, pendulous weeping, matforming conifers in the genus Larix, part of the Pinaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' 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 kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' is a deciduous coniferous tree cultivar known for its conical shape and pendulous, weeping habit. As a member of the Larix genus, it sheds its soft, needle-like foliage in autumn, which is arranged in whorls on spur-like lateral branches and spirals around younger shoots. This cultivar thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile loam soils with acid to neutral pH, making it suitable for exposed sites. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is well suited to city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as architectural and low-maintenance plantings.
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 kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' 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 kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder'
- 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 kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder'?
Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' need?
Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' hardy in the UK?
Larix kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder' 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 kaempferi 'Elizabeth Rehder'?
Seed, Grafting, Semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Larix genus
- Larix decidua 'Globus'
- Larix gmelinii var. gmelinii
- Larix gmelinii var. japonica
- Larix kaempferi 'Blue Ball'
- Larix kaempferi 'Diana'
- Larix kaempferi 'Haverbeck'
- Larix kaempferi 'Varley'
- Larix laricina 'Arethusa Bog'
