New Blooms Nursery Magnolia Butterflies
Best flowering specimen for gardeners seeking vibrant spring color and versatility.
This is the rare magnolia that trades the typical white-and-pink palette for a bold, buttery yellow. It’s an effortless spring showstopper that demands very little maintenance, though you’ll need to commit to its early-season bloom cycle to truly appreciate the subtle lemon fragrance.
$59.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, vibrant color palettes
- Homeowners wanting high-impact early spring curb appeal
- Urban dwellers with limited planting space
Who should skip it
- Residents in regions prone to unpredictable late spring freezes
- Gardeners with heavy clay or alkaline soil conditions
- Impatient landscapers desiring instant, full-grown results
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking yellow blooms create a high-contrast focal point in early spring.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal pruning and adapts easily to diverse soil environments.
Seasonal Versatility
Glossy summer foliage and bronze fall tones provide year-round garden interest.
Fragrance Profile
Subtle lemon notes offer a pleasant but understated sensory experience.
Landscape Adaptability
Flexible growth habit suits both compact urban spaces and expansive gardens.
Pollinator Appeal
Early spring flowering cycle provides a vital nectar source for pollinators.
Key Specs
Bloom Color
Creamy yellow
Bloom Period
Early spring
Fall Color
Bronze, copper
Foliage Color
Dark green
Genus & Species
Magnolia x acuminata 'Butterflies'
Growth Rate
Slow-Medium
Mature Height
15 to 20 ft.
Mature Spread
10 to 15 ft.
USDA Hardiness Zones
5 to 9
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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