{"product_id":"larix-occidentalis-western-larch","title":"Larix occidentalis (Western Larch)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlant Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Western larch is a fast-growing, long-living, very large tree. It has a pyramidal shaped crown, with branches growing horizontally outward, though slightly drooping, near the bottom of the crown. A deep, spreading root system provides good anchorage for these large trees. The bark is thin and scaly when young, turning reddish brown, deeply furrowed and thickening with age. The bright green leaves are needle-like, short and soft, growing in clusters of 15-30. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLeaves turn bright yellow in autumn and eventually fall. \u003c\/span\u003eMale cones are very small, female cones only 1-1.5 in with long bracts extending from each scale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe leaves of this plant were traditionally used by Indigenous communities for medicinal purposes. Larch contains\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e arabinogalactan, which may help to alleviate a variety of ailments and promote beneficial bacterial growth in the intestines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL FOR MEDICAL USE*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight: \u003c\/b\u003e30-70 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth: \u003c\/b\u003e5-15 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering needs: \u003c\/b\u003eLikes moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSun needs: \u003c\/b\u003eSun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil needs: \u003c\/b\u003eMoist to wet soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLandscape Use and Ecological Function\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarix occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is the only deciduous conifer native to the Northwest. It is n\u003c\/span\u003eative to alpine and sub alpine forests, ranging from Southern British Columbia and Alberta to Northeastern Oregon and into the Western parts of Montana and Wyoming. Western larch is found in mountain valleys, mixed upland stands preferring northern exposures and growing at elevations ranging from 1500-7000 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis plant is excellent in a variety of gardens, including woodland gardens and conventional or ornamental gardens. It also does well in food forests and meadowscapes. The primary uses of this plant are for creating habitat and canopy. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s a host tree for many nest-building animals. \u003c\/span\u003eAdditionally, i\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ets lumber is one of the most valuable in Western North America because of its characteristic of having very dense and strong wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows best in sun and in moist to wet soil. Tolerate of cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SymbiOp Garden Shop","offers":[{"title":"1 gal SE","offer_id":54260284653861,"sku":"pjx1793058862177","price":10.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 gal SE","offer_id":54260284686629,"sku":"dbp1793058862178","price":29.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 gal SE","offer_id":54260284719397,"sku":"opx1793058862179","price":35.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/2361\/5269\/files\/larix-occidentalis-western-larch_1.jpg?v=1793058893","url":"https:\/\/rhythmcutf.shop\/products\/larix-occidentalis-western-larch","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}