The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Honey Tulip™ magnolia

Family: Magnoliaceae (magnolia family)

Distribution: hybrid

Hardiness: USDA Zone 5

Life form: Deciduous tree

Comments: Bred in New Zealand by leading Magnolia breeders, Felix and Mark Jury, this selection is a stunning new addition to Magnolia collections. This woody tree is ideal for general plantings and grows well in most climates, tolerating all but the coldest temperatures; it performs best in the sun and enjoys protection from strong winds. It produces magnificent, 6 inch golden-honey, goblet-shaped flowers almost tulip-like, in early Spring. Honey Tulip™ magnolia is an upright smaller tree growing to a height of 11 1/2 feet, making it suitable for smaller gardens or featured in larger landscape plantings.