Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade'

Also Known As

Magnolia dianica 'Velvet Cascade'
Michelia yunnanensis 'Velvet Cascade'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-15'

planting zones

7b-10b

Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade' plant details

Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 7 wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia laevifolia 'Velvet Cascade'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Graceful, ropey foliage -- slightly weeping in this cultivar from Eric Sannor. Recently M. dianica, previously Michelia yunnanensis, and always fabulous. White blooms are profuse and intensely fragrant over a long period beginning in spring. Plus cinnamon indumentum on the new buds! Sun to half shade, regular water. Can reach 10 ft but can easily be kept small with careful pruning. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 and very possibly into mid zone 7.