Magnolia tripetala #3
Magnolia tripetala #3
Umbrella Magnolia
Large flowering tree
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NATIVE - Large, ovate to oblong, shiny green leaves of this deciduous magnolia appear in whorl-like clusters at the stem tips, purportedly resembling the spokes of an umbrella. Malodorous, bowl-shaped, creamy white flowers bloom in spring shortly after the leaves emerge. Prefers an understory type of environment.
Botanical Name- Magnolia tripetala
Pronunciation- mag-NO-lee-uh try-PET-uh-luh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Part sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained soil; not drought tolerant
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Late spring
Companion Plants- North Pole White Spruce – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Primarily beetle-pollinated, also visited by bees; fruit eaten by birds
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C26
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove any damaged or crossing branches after flowering. Provide rich, slightly acidic soil with consistent moisture. A spring compost layer helps maintain vigor.
Trimming Instructions- Trim lightly after flowering, removing damaged or diseased limbs. Keep pruning minimal to allow for large leaf display.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. In clay, add compost to help with aeration.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone
Possible Issues- Scale insects, leaf spot
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