Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

40 Feet

Mature Spread

25 Feet

Growing Zones

5 to 9

Everything about the Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree is lovely, including the dependable flowers. Bright yellow flowers measure 3.5 inches and last for several weeks. The Magnolia acuminata 'Yellow Bird' blooms later than other Magnolia cultivars, and the flowers emerge with the foliage. This bloom schedule reduces the risk of a late frost damaging the buds or flowers. Green, elliptical foliage complements the flowers and provides consistent color throughout the summer. The foliage turns golden brown in the fall.

Use this shrub to create a border or define different areas of a yard. The sunny yellow flowers make this Magnolia an excellent specimen tree. This impressively large Magnolia can create seasonal privacy in a backyard or pool area. Plant it along a driveway or property line to establish a boundary while adding visual interest. Grow the Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree in zones 5 through 9.

Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree Care

Plant the Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree in full sun. Amend the soil to increase the organic content. The soil should be moist, well-drained, and acidic to neutral. Magnolia trees like damp soil but languish in soggy conditions. Spread a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize in early spring before new growth appears.

Prune the plant to remove crossed branches and overgrowth or maintain its size after the flowers fade in summer. When pruning, the plant should still have leaves.

Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree Spacing

The Yellow Bird Magnolia Tree stands 40 feet tall and 25 feet wide. Space shrubs 15 feet from buildings and away from overhead obstructions like utility lines.

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