Loebner Magnolia (Magnolia x loebneri)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Loebner Magnolia
Magnolia x loebneri

Loebner Magnolia in flower
Loebner Magnolia in flower
 
Features
Fragrant, white flowers in spring; smooth, silvery gray bark adds winter interest. 
 
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soils; slightly acid soil. 
 
Cultivars

Many, including

  • 'Ballerina'- flowers fragrant, with up to 30 petals each, 15-20 feet.
  • 'Leonard Messel'-pink flowers, fragrant.
  • 'Merrill'"-white, fragrant flowers.
 
 
Mature Height
20-30 Feet
 
Size
Small
Medium
 
 
Mature Form
Rounded to broad rounded 
 
Native To:
Hybrid origin 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Massing
Patio
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Can be difficult to transplant due to fleshy root system.
 
Additional Notes

 

 
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Home, Yard & Garden Pest Guide
Illinois Commercial Landscape and Turfgrass Pest Management Handbook
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