Yellow Bird magnolia
Magnolia 'Yellow Bird'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size30 to 40 feet tall25 to 30 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Yellow Bird' magnolia (Magnolia 'Yellow Bird') is a tree for specimen planting, borders, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Fragrant flowers open in early to late spring. They draw butterflies, bees, and birds. Give it plenty of room to grow tall and wide.
Pairs well with Lily of the valley, Excelsior Spanish bluebell, and Halcyon hosta.