Butterflies Magnolia is a compact upright pyramidal deciduous tree with late foliage growth without fall color and non-fading flowers. The upright, lemon scented soft yellow flowers bloom from late winter into early spring before the foliage emerges. Best color in full sun and moist, slightly-acidic, well-drained soil.
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Origins: |
M. acuminata x M. denudata |
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Height: |
15' - 20’ |
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Spread: |
10' - 15' |
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Spacing: |
12’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pests or diseases. Watch for powdery mildew, dieback, leaf spots, canker, and anthracnose. Potential pests include weevils, scale, thrips, and snails.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, and Foundation Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Gibraltar Azalea, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Gardenia Radicans
IMAGE: Feifeihuang91, Yellow magnolia, CC BY-SA 4.0
