Magnolia Yellow Lantern

Common Name: Yellow Lantern Magnolia

Description: The 'Yellow Lantern' Magnolia is a deciduous tree renowned for its striking, tulip-shaped, lemon-yellow flowers that bloom in mid to late spring. These fragrant blossoms, measuring approximately 15–20 cm across, emerge as the new leaves unfold, creating a captivating display. The tree exhibits an upright, pyramidal to oval form, maturing to a height of about 8–10 metres with a spread of 2.5–4 metres. Its dark green foliage provides a lush backdrop during the growing season, transitioning to a subtle yellow-brown in autumn. 'Yellow Lantern' thrives in organically rich, well-drained soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It prefers full sun to partial shade and benefits from a sheltered location to protect against strong winds and late frosts, which can damage the early blooms. This cultivar has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, underscoring its exceptional performance in gardens.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8–10 metres
• Width: 2.5–4 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Lemon-yellow

Key Attributes:

• Scented flowers
• Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit
• Suitable for small to medium gardens

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Azaleas
• Rhododendrons
• Camellias
• Hydrangeas
• Japanese Maples