Magnolia 'Butterflies'

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Magnolia 'Butterflies'
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GenusMagnolia
Hybrid parentageMagnolia acuminata × M. denudata
Cultivar'Butterflies'
Flower

Magnolia 'Butterflies' is a hybrid Magnolia that is the offspring of a cross between the cucumbertree Magnolia acuminata (seed parent) and the Yulan magnolia Magnolia denudata (pollen parent).[1] Its Plant Patent was granted in 1991.[1] Magnolia 'Butterflies' is a deciduous tree typically 15 to 20 ft (5 to 6 m) tall, spreading to 10 to 15 ft (3 to 5 m) wide, and hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9.[1] It is widely available from commercial suppliers.[2] Unlike species magnolias, it is approved for planting in New York City streets and parks.[3]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c "Magnolia 'Butterflies'". Plant Finder. Missouri Botanical Garden. 2024. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
  2. ^ "Magnolia 'Butterflies'". rhs.org.uk. The Royal Horticultural Society. 2024. Retrieved 12 May 2024. 17 suppliers
  3. ^ Kaechele, James (12 August 2013). "New York City Approved Street Trees" (PDF). nycgovparks.org. New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. Retrieved 12 May 2024.