Yellow River yulan magnolia
Magnolia denudata 'Yellow River'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size10 to 15 feet tall10 to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Yellow River' yulan magnolia (Magnolia denudata 'Yellow River') is a tree for specimen, accent, and border use. 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. Its fragrant blooms attract butterflies and birds. It grows slowly into a dense shape, so pick its spot with care and let it settle in.
Pairs well with Persian violet, Excelsior Spanish bluebell, Lenten rose, and Christmas fern.