Blue Rabbit Japanese Larch

Conifer with soft powdery-blue needles and compact irregular form

Botanical Name- Larix kaempferi 'Blue Rabbit'

Pronunciation- LAR-iks kem-FUR-ee

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Moist, slightly acidic, well-drained

Current Size- #5

Bloom Color- Inconspicuous

Bloom Time- Inconspicuous

Companion Plants- Delaware Valley White Azalea – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest

Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, shelter for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C14

Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches in late winter; water well in dry periods and fertilize if growth is slow.

Trimming Instructions- LAR-iks kem-FUR-ee

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a conifer-specific fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the root zone and water well.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone

Possible Issues- Larch sawfly, needle rust