Magnolia acuminata 'Koban Dori'

Also Known As

Koban Dori Cucumber Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 10'-25'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Magnolia acuminata 'Koban Dori' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia acuminata 'Koban Dori'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia acuminata 'Koban Dori'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Daintier in all aspects, this small (15-20') pyramidal tree shares its neat 3" canary yellow cups just as spring?s lime green leaves are opening. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This good yellow flower comes out here in late April/early May. I took this picture on May 8. This is a much smaller form than most acuminatas and reasonably tight. The species is generally considered hardy into the northeastern US.