Golden-larch
Pseudolarix kaempferi (amabilis)
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Pseudolarix kaempferi (Syn. Pseudolarix amabilis), commonly known as the Golden Larch, is a rare, slow-growing deciduous conifer native to eastern China. Despite its common name, this exceptional tree is not a true larch but belongs to its own distinct genus, Pseudolarix. It is prized for its graceful, broad pyramidal form, soft texture, and brilliant golden fall color—a luminous display that rivals any maple or ginkgo.
Throughout the growing season, the tree is clothed in soft, spiraled tufts of bright green needles arranged in rosettes along the branches. These needles are shed in autumn after turning a rich, buttery yellow, leaving behind a stately, sculptural silhouette. The bark exfoliates subtly with age, adding winter interest and texture.
Ideal as a specimen tree in well-drained, evenly moist soils, the Golden Larch thrives in full sun and benefits from protection from drying winds in hotter climates. It is well-suited for use in large gardens, arboretums, or as a botanical showpiece in naturalistic plantings.
Native Range: Eastern China
Photos courtesy of Suzanne Cadwell and Jim Robbins.
- Hardiness
- USDA Zones 6–9
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Soil
- Moist, Well-drained
- Mature size
- Height 30–60 Feet · Spread 20–40 Feet
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Seasonality
- Deciduous
Yellow on male
From rooting to shipping, our top priority is ensuring you receive healthy, thriving plants for your garden’s success.
Because most of our plants are grown from rooted cuttings — alongside seed, air layering, and grafting chosen for each variety — you receive a stronger, true-to-type plant that establishes quickly in your garden.
Raised on organic soil blends and eco-friendly pest management — never harsh chemicals — your plant arrives healthy for your garden, your family, and the pollinators they feed.
Every purchase gives back. We donate to the Aiken Arboretum and support local wildlife conservation, so growing your garden helps protect the wider ecosystem too.
All our plant material is carefully propagated, grown, and nurtured at our humble nursery in Aiken, South Carolina.
Your plant arrives carefully packed and ready to settle in. Unpack them promptly, give them a day or two to acclimate, then plant following the notes we include — that’s all it takes. Clear care guidance comes with every order, so success is the easy part.
What to expect upon delivery
All our plants are sold in 1-gallon sizes, though the height of each plant can vary depending on its growth rate and seasonality, typically ranging from 1/2 to 2.5 feet.
Each plant is carefully packaged with its roots enclosed in a secure plastic bag containing moist soil, forming a compact root ball. To ensure safe transport, the box is padded with recycled newspaper, providing both stability and eco-friendly protection from weather during shipping.
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