Blue Rabbit Japanese Larch

## Landscape value 'Blue Rabbit' is a narrow, upright selection of Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi) with blue needles that turn yellow in autumn before falling. The [American Conifer Society](https://conifersociety.org/conifers/larix-kaempferi-blue-rabbit) describes a vigorous, conical tree around 10 feet tall and 4 feet wide after 10 years; it continues growing, so allow space beyond that estimate. ## Growing conditions and care Choose full sun and a suitable cool site with consistent moisture and drainage. Water during establishment, monitor for locally relevant larch pests, and allow for needle drop. The cultivar's mature size varies with site and age; avoid assuming the source's smaller example is its final size. ## Firewise source guidance The [Idaho BLM database](https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/Fire%20Resistance%20of%20Plants%20Master%20Database.pdf) specifically lists 'Blue Rabbit' at fire-resistance score 5, with an 8-by-3-foot example, full sun and medium water. Follow its placement guidance, including pruning lower branches and removing dead needles. The score does not establish a rating for every Japanese larch cultivar.