Botanical profile

Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow'

Latin name
Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow'
Common name
Virginia Magnolia 'Moonglow'
Type
TREE
Family
Magnoliaceae

Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow' is a semi-evergreen variety with glossy, dark green foliage with a silvery underside that beautifully captures the light. It is distinguished by its creamy white, highly fragrant flowers, which open in late spring and renew themselves in summer. Hardier than the type species, 'Moonglow' retains its foliage better in cold climates and offers a more upright growth habit. It is ideal for flowering hedges, elegant isolates, or landscaping with exotic accents, while being perfectly adapted to moist and acidic soils.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, rich, cool and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Dried fruits barely visible.
Foliage color
Glossy green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
5 to 6 m (16 to 20 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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