Origin
The Larix kaempferi 'Diana', also known as the Japanese larch, originates from Japan. The plant is named after the German botanist Friedrich Heinrich von Siebold, who specialized in Japanese flora and fauna. This species was first cultivated in 1861 and has since found its way to gardens all over the world.

Characteristics
The Larix kaempferi 'Diana' is a striking feature in any garden due to its unique twisted trunk and branches. It grows into a medium-sized tree that can reach a height of around 20 meters. The needles of the tree are light green in the spring and summer and change to striking golden hues in the autumn.

Care
The Larix kaempferi 'Diana' thrives best in acidic to neutral soils and in a location with full sun or semi-shade. This tree requires good drainage and is reasonably drought resistant. Pruning is possible but not necessary, unless the shape needs to be maintained. It grows slowly and can grow in all directions, so it's best planted in a spacious spot in the garden.