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Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight'

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 15'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 20 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The sister to M. 'Ilini Gold' with larger flowers and larger thick leaves. Named by Wesley Whiteside.
The flowers of this deciduous magnolia are relatively small but produced in abundance. Also a vigerous grower that matures into a pear shape.
Sister plant to Illini Gold (but a little bigger flower), this magnolia has dark green, palm shaped and thick leaves.

Gardening facts about Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight' plant

How to Grow Magnolia 'Illini Moonlight'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - 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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