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Depending on how it is pruned this extremely ornamental magnolia can be grown as a tree or large shrub. I think the Yulan magnolia is most attractive when trimmed up as a tree that can grow up to 40 ft (12.2 m) in height and forms a broad rounded crown. One of the deciduous magnolias, it covers itself with huge creamy white flowers just before the leaves emerge in spring. These spectacular blossoms are fragrant and are held upright on the stem. They are 5-6 in (12.7-15.2 cm) across with some cultivars having flowers up to 8 in (20.3 cm) in diameter. Each is composed of 9 petals arranged around a pinkish center. Flowers are followed by a large 5 in (12.7 cm) long brown "cone" in the fall. With age the rather smooth gray trunk assumes a twisted gnarly appearance that provides winter interest. If left untrimmed Yulan magnolia forms a dense multi-trunked shrub. In fact trees grown in Florida and other hot summer areas tend to be "shrubbier" than those grown in cooler climates. Even when not in bloom Yulan magnolia is attractive due to its pleasing form and large, 7 in (17.8 cm) long leathery leaves.
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Use Yulan magnolia at the edge of wooded areas or on an open expanse of lawn where it excels as a specimen tree. Plant in front of dark leaved trees like junipers or pines to create a display of the white blossoms that is spectacular.
Features In some references you may see Yulan magnolia identified as M. denudata or M. conspicua, names which are now considered synonyms. Jack Scheper 03/27/99; updated 3/8/04
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