Magnolia sp. (Magnolia hybrid) - Image 12

Botanical name: Magnolia sp.

Common name: Magnolia hybrid

Family: Magnoliaceae

Origin: East Asia and the Americas

USDA Zone: 4-11

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Magnolia liliiflora (Mulan Magnolia) tree with multiple purple flowers on branches under clear blue sky.
Magnolia liliiflora (Mulan Magnolia) tree full of purple cup-shaped flowers blooming on thin woody branches.


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