Loebner magnolia (Magnolia x loebneri)
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Zone (more information)
hardy to zone 4b |
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Mature Height
20 to 30 feet |
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Mature Spread
25 to 35 feet |
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Growth Rate
Moderate |
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Sun
Full Sun |
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Moisture
Moist soil, well-drained |
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Fall Color
Dull
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Attracts Wildlife
No
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Flower
Ornamental |
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Fruit
Insignificant |
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Evergreen
No |
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Native to WI
No |
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Additional Information
hybrid; oval, upright to rounded form; multi-stemmed; 20-30’ tall; 25-35’ wide; smooth, light gray bark; very fragrant, pink or white flowers in April; no fall color; full sun; prefers loamy, organic soil; pH adaptable; moist, well-drained soil; intolerant to dry, compacted, heavy clay, poorly drained soils, drought, and road salt; plant in spring only; flowers can be killed by late, hard frosts so plant on eastern or northeastern side of a building to delay flowering up to one week; hardy to zone 4b
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For more information, see the UW Extension Urban Horticulture Team Web site:
www.uwex.edu/ces/wihort
Primary Author: Dr. Laura Jull
Photos by: Dr. Laura Jull and Dr. Ed Hasselkus
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