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Magnolia 'Nimbus'

Also Known As

  • Nimbus Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Magnolia 'Nimbus' plant details

Magnolia 'Nimbus' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Nimbus'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Nimbus'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a very exciting and unusual Magnolia! A cross between M. hypoleuca (Japanese) and M.virginiana (American); this unusual parentage allows this 25' tree to thrive in a wide range of conditions from cold winters to long hot summers; large (6") creamy-white flowers in late spring have pretty wine colored stamens and a delicious light lemon scent. S/M

Gardening facts about Magnolia 'Nimbus' plant

How to Grow Magnolia 'Nimbus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 15'-30'

Width: 15'-30'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

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Size

Height: 15'-30'

Width: 10'-20'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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Zones

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Size

Height: 35'-40'

Width: 20'-28'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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Zones

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Size

Height: 18'-25'

Width: 18'-25'

  • sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'-25'

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