Seasonal calendar · Larix kaempferi

Japanese Larch

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Monitor for drying; increase with heat.

Fertilization

Use balanced fertilizer monthly.

Repotting

Avoid repotting now.

Pruning

Light trim to maintain silhouette.

Wiring

Avoid new wire work in high heat.

Bud Shoot Management

Allow buds to elongate naturally.

Pests Disease

Aphids, spider mites, rust—check often.

Summer Protection

Provide partial shade during heatwaves.

Wound Management

Watch for signs of stress in healing areas.

Deadwood Carving

Resume with care.

Propagation

Attempt semi-hardwood cuttings.

Development

Encourage movement in branches with guy wires.

Display

Avoid peak heat displays.

Paths onward

This speciesJapanese LarchBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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