Broadly rounded, deciduous tree. Blooms in early spring with fragrant, white, saucer shaped flowers.Foliage is medium green and falls from the tree with minimal color change.Slow to re-establish after transplanting. Keep a generous mulch ring over shallow roots. Botanical Name- Magnolia x loebneri ‘Merrill’ Pronunciation- mag-NO-lee-uh LOEB-ner-ee Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 25 ft Mature Height- 25 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic, peat moss enriched soil Current Size- 6′ Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Honey Jar Jujube – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Primarily beetle-pollinated, also visited by bees; fruit eaten by birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PD1 6 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune right after flowering to keep shape. Likes well-drained, slightly acidic soil and consistent moisture. A balanced spring fertilizer supports healthy blooms. Trimming Instructions- Prune right after flowering, focusing on damaged or crossing branches. Preserve a balanced shape for best display. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. In clay, add compost to help with aeration. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Scale insects, leaf spot
