Buy Magnolia 'Golden Rain'

Also Known As

Golden Rain Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'
W: 20'

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $121

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Magnolia 'Golden Rain' plant details

Magnolia 'Golden Rain' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Golden Rain'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Golden Rain'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has medium yellow flowers. Maybe darker further north as M. 'Elizabeth' varies depending on the cold or mild of our winter.

By: Gossler Farms

Golden Rain's bronze new growth and downward facing blooms are her most distinguishing characteristics. Her flowers are 8"-12" with 6 very wide tepels and can be viewed from below.

By: Ellipsis Gardens

A cross of M. acuminata x tetraploid kobus Norman Gould. Most yellow hybrids are a cross of M. acuminata, denudata, and/or liliiflora. The distinguishing characteristic of Golden Rain is its bronze new growth and its downward-facing, large, rich golden blooms. A vigorous and garden-worthy selection from Dennis Ledvina in WI.