Larix laricina 'Porcupine' — Conical, Pendulous weeping, Matforming

Overview

Larix laricina 'Porcupine' is a conical, pendulous weeping, matforming conifers in the genus Larix, part of the Pinaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Larix laricina 'Porcupine' 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 laricina 'Porcupine' is a cultivar of Larix, a genus of deciduous coniferous trees known for their conical shape and seasonal colour changes in soft, needle-like foliage. This cultivar features a distinctive pendulous weeping or matforming habit, making it suitable for various garden styles including city and courtyard gardens, as well as cottage and informal settings. It thrives in full sun and well-drained loam soils with an acid to neutral pH, and is hardy to UK zone H7. 'Porcupine' is notable in spring and summer, adding architectural interest and low-maintenance ground cover to exposed sites.

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 laricina 'Porcupine' 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