Magnolia 'Yellow Bird' Native Prune at least once a

Prune at least once a year to maintain a crisp shape

Appearing on bare branches in late winter to early spring the scent is sweet but not overpowering

Grow in fertile well drained soil against a sunny wall in milder areas or in a conservatory in areas prone to frost

scented flowers on bare branches in spring followed by spectacular blackish-green foliage emerging reddish-bronze

Magnolia 'Yellow Bird' Native Prune at least once aOriginally from Brooklyn Botanical Garden, introduced in 1981, this hybrid magnolia is an upright, conical to pyramidal, tree bearing yellow, goblet shaped, flowers in spring as the leaves emerge. Plant in a sheltered location away from strong winds. Avoid frost pockets and direct southern exposure. Best in rich, acidic soil. Sun to partial shade. Hardy.