Species Yellow Bird Magnolia
Long dark-green leaves covered by the morning dew and yellow flower in the middle with green twig.

Yellow Bird Magnolia

Magnolia 'Yellow Bird'

The Yellow Bird Magnolia is an amazing and beautiful tree. Its bright yellow buds contrast exquisitely against its glossy green leaves. In spring and summer, its foliage is littered with vibrant big flowers. This evergreen tree is quite hardy and can survive extreme temperatures. It can reach a height of over 20 feet and a width of 15 ft. Its huge and glossy leaves add contrast and character to any garden landscape. It has the power to transform any outdoor space into a captivating and vibrant garden. Its yellow flowers make it a great addition to any garden of any size or shape. Its colorful blooms spread cheer and joy with every passing season.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Stem Propagation,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Yellow Bird Magnolia (Magnolia 'Yellow Bird') should be watered deeply with 1 inch of water once a week. Soak the soil with a slow trickle of water for several minutes, until the water flows through to the base of the pot. Allow the top layer of soil to dry before watering again. In periods of extreme heat, you may need to increase watering frequency.

sunlight

Yellow Bird Magnolia (Magnolia 'Yellow Bird') requires about 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive. This can be from either morning sun or afternoon sun, but it is important that the plant receives direct sunlight, as dappled or filtered sun will not suffice.

pruning

Yellow Bird Magnolia should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before the flowers bloom, to keep it looking its best. Pruning should be light, with no more than 1-third of the branch and stem growth removed in any 1 season. It is best to prune out any weak, dead, or damaged branches first, then thin out the remaining growth to create a balanced shape. If the plant has become overgrown, sound specialist advice should be taken before any major pruning is carried out.

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