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Also Known As

  • Cucumber Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 12'-20'
  • W: 12'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Magnolia 'Illini Gold' plant details

Magnolia 'Illini Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Illini Gold'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Illini Gold'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This acuminata selection is from Joe McDaniel. The flowers are small but are deep golden yellow.
This deciduous magnolia has beautiful chartreuse blooms that emerge in late spring and last all summer. A vigorous grower that grows into a pear shape.
This should bloom this year so i will have more info, but this is a very hardy golden flowered magnolia.

Gardening facts about Magnolia 'Illini Gold' plant

How to Grow Magnolia 'Illini Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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