Garden Plant: Elizabeth Magnolia
Elizabeth Magnolia
Product Description: Elizabeth Magnolia
Breathtaking Pale Yellow Blooms
Looking for an elegant tree that will take center stage in your landscape? Elizabeth Magnolia (Magnolia \’Elizabeth’) is an incredible selection. This beautiful ornamental shade tree grows tall but stays narrow.
You’ll be entranced with Elizabeth as she puts on her show for you, producing large, creamy yellow blooms before the leaves come on in the spring. Known as one of the best yellow magnolias, this variety is a bit more restrained than other yellow Magnolias, with fragrant, sophisticated blossoms.
The color is simply delicious. You’ll be reminded of the pale, buttery yellow of shortbread or sugar cookies before they are iced. This is a flower to fall in love with.
The color is simply delicious. You’ll be reminded of the pale, buttery yellow of shortbread or sugar cookies before they are iced. This is a flower to fall in love with.
Protect it from the worst of the winter winds by selecting a protected spot in your yard. It’s wonderful to choose a place where You’ll be able to see the scrumptious blooms from inside your house, too.
If You’ve had a long, cold winter, consider pruning a few of the budded branches and bringing them inside in late February to “force” the blooms in a vase of warm water placed in a sunny, cool spot. Use a spray bottle to mist the branches and change water every few days. What a treat to watch the blooms open in a wonderful preview of spring!
After the flowers fade, You’ll appreciate the long dark green leaves for their delightful shade. Some trees are just magnificent, and Elizabeth Magnolia is a fabulous example.
You’ll cherish this lovely tree,
- Elegant, Fragrant Pale Yellow Blooms
- Hardy, Ornamental Shade Tree
- Narrow, Pyramidal Shape