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Magnolia acuminata

Family Magnoliaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 12 - 24 m (40 - 80 ft)
Spread 6 - 10.5 m (20 - 35 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This splendid flowering tree transforms your yard when it is in bloom. The tree Magnolia acuminata (cucumber tree) bears showy, pastel yellow and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to mid-summer. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour and coarse in texture. Magnolia acuminata (cucumber tree) yields showy fruit. This plant has cork-like bark. A specimen plant, Magnolia acuminata (cucumber tree) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Magnolia acuminata . In autumn, Magnolia acuminata is alight with fall colour.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Magnolia acuminata (cucumber tree) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.