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Loebner's Magnolia

Tagged as: Intermediate Sized Trees

Botanical Name: Magnolia x loebneri 
Common Name: Loebner's Magnolia

Updated 10/2012

 


Height: 25-35' Spread 25-30' Habit/Form: Pyramidal to broadly-rounded
Growth Rate: Zone: 4-8

Cultural Requirements: Best in full sun; prefers an organic- rich, moist, well-drained soil; benefits with mulch for cool root environment; water in dry periods; avoid hot windy sites.

Ornamental Characteristics: Dark green leaves turn yellow fall color; early spring blooming white flowers have pink veining; gray trunk and branches add sculptural interest in winter.

Use in the Landscape: Excellent specimen or focal tree.

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