MAGNOLIA X BROOKLYNENSIS YELLOW BIRD / YELLOW BIRD MAGNOLIA

MAGNOLIA X BROOKLYNENSIS YELLOW BIRD / YELLOW BIRD MAGNOLIA

Striking Yellow Blooms for a Bright Spring Display

Magnolia x brooklynensis 'Yellow Bird,' commonly known as Yellow Bird Magnolia, is a deciduous tree that adds a unique splash of vibrant yellow to the early spring landscape. With its elegant, cup-shaped flowers and upright growth habit, this hybrid magnolia is a perfect choice for gardens that require a touch of sophistication and color. It’s particularly appreciated for its bright yellow blooms that provide an early-season visual impact before the foliage emerges.

Why Choose Yellow Bird Magnolia?

• Unique Yellow Flowers: The standout feature of this magnolia is its rich, yellow, tulip-shaped flowers that bloom early in the spring.
• Early Spring Blooms: It brings early-season color to the garden, often blooming before the leaves appear, ensuring maximum visibility and beauty.
• Upright Growth: Its compact, pyramidal form makes it a great choice for urban gardens, smaller landscapes, or as an accent tree.
• Attractive Foliage: After blooming, the tree showcases dark green, glossy leaves that provide a contrast to the bright flowers.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Yellow Flowers: The striking yellow flowers, which can have a hint of orange at the base, are perfect for brightening up your landscape in spring.
• Upright Growth Habit: This tree reaches a height of 15–20 feet with a narrow, pyramidal form, making it ideal for tight spaces or as a specimen tree.
• Fragrant Blooms: The flowers are lightly fragrant, adding an aromatic touch to your garden.
• Hardy & Resilient: Yellow Bird Magnolia is relatively cold-hardy and can thrive in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile addition to many gardens.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 15–20 feet tall, 10–12 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moist, slightly acidic soil. Performs best in soil rich in organic matter.

Ideal Uses:

• Specimen Tree: Its unique color and upright shape make it a standout specimen tree in the garden, particularly for creating a focal point.
• Small to Medium Gardens: Perfect for gardens where a larger magnolia might not fit, providing a striking vertical element.
• Accent in Borders or Foundation Plantings: Its showy flowers make it ideal for planting near a home’s foundation or as an accent in a mixed border.
• Pollinator-Friendly Gardens: Its early blooms attract bees and other pollinators, contributing to a healthy garden ecosystem.

Magnolia x brooklynensis 'Yellow Bird' brings an eye-catching, unique yellow hue to your spring landscape. With its elegant flowers, manageable size, and upright growth, it’s a perfect choice for adding color and beauty to smaller gardens or for making a bold statement as a specimen tree.