Magnolia biondii (Chinese Magnolia, Hope For Spring) Drought Tolerant Best in the lightly shaded

Best in the lightly shaded garden

but according to John Grimshaw was actually introduced as late as 1992 by Oxford University’s Ganesh expedition

Yellow new foliage

giving a whorled texture

Family:  UlmaceaeZone:  4 - 9Natural Range:  China

Magnolia biondii (Chinese Magnolia, Hope For Spring) Drought Tolerant Best in the lightly shadedFamily: Magnoliaceae Zone: 6 9 Natural Range: China Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained Light: Part sun Height: 15' 30' Bloom Time: March to April Attributes: Deciduous. White flowers with purple at the base. Notes: Flowers are able to withstand light frosts and often produce a second flush. Narrow leaves and graceful appearance. Pot Size: Medium Band Pot