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Magnolia 'Yellow Lantern'
5 Litre Pot – Approx. 50–60cm
Plant Highlights: Soft yellow tulip-shaped flowers • Upright, elegant growth • Flowers in spring before the foliage fully develops • Excellent specimen tree for gardens large and small
Overview
Magnolia 'Yellow Lantern' is a distinctive deciduous flowering tree valued for its elegant, tulip-shaped blooms in soft buttery yellow. Flowering in spring, the large blooms are carried on bare or just-emerging branches, creating a bright and sophisticated display before the fresh green foliage develops.
Supplied in a 5-litre pot at approximately 50–60cm tall, this young specimen is well suited to planting as a focal point in lawns, mixed borders or front gardens. Its upright habit makes it an excellent choice where vertical interest is desired without overwhelming the space.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Magnolia 'Yellow Lantern' |
| Common Name | Yellow Magnolia |
| Plant Type | Deciduous flowering tree |
| Pot Size | 5 litre |
| Supplied Height | Approx. 50–60cm |
| Light | Full sun or partial shade |
| Growth Habit | Upright, broadly pyramidal |
| Flower Colour | Soft yellow |
| Flowering Season | Spring |
| Foliage | Mid-green deciduous leaves |
| Soil | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry spells |
| Mature Height | 4–8m |
| Mature Spread | 2.5–4m |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. A site away from frost pockets will help preserve the quality of the spring flowers.
Soil
Grow in fertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Incorporating organic matter before planting will encourage healthy establishment.
Watering
Keep the soil evenly moist during the first growing season. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods, particularly in warm weather.
Pruning
Magnolias require very little pruning. Remove only dead, damaged or crossing branches after flowering if necessary, allowing the tree to maintain its natural shape.
Perfect For
- Feature planting
- Front gardens
- Small to medium-sized gardens
- Mixed borders
- Courtyard gardens
Why We Love It
- Unusual yellow flowers bring a fresh colour to the spring garden.
- Upright habit makes it an excellent focal point without taking up excessive space.
- Flowers before the tree comes fully into leaf, creating a striking seasonal display.
- A beautiful choice for adding long-term structure and seasonal interest.
Wildlife
The spring flowers provide an early source of pollen for pollinating insects.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 5-litre nursery pot.
- Approximate supplied height: 50–60cm.
- Supplied height is measured at the time of sale and may vary during the growing season. Pot size refers to the nursery container, not the plant's eventual mature size.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- tree
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered· Avoid frost pocket
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Acid neutral· Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 8.0m high· 4.0m wide
- Flowering
- Spring· Yellow
- Foliage
- deciduous
Useful to know
Good for borders
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