Magnolia obovata, the Japanese cucumber tree, Japanese bigleaf magnolia, or Japanese whitebark magnolia, is a species of Magnolia, native to Japan and the adjacent Kurile Islands. It grows at altitudes near sea level up to 1,800 m in mixed broadleaf forests.
The Japanese bigleaf magnolia is resistant to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Care-wise, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. The Japanese bigleaf magnolia is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not need a lot of care experience.
How to keep Magnolia Hypoleuca.
Light
Receiving enough sunlight is crucial for japanese bigleaf magnolia, as it improves the plant's overall health and vigour. Native to areas where it soaks up ample sun for much of the day, it has adapted to cope with reduced light during certain growth stages. Too much or too little sun may hinder its growth.
Temperature
The Japanese bigleaf magnolia naturally occurs in cool, temperate climates with temperatures from 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C). It favors mild conditions during the growing season. Precautions should be taken during extreme temperature highs or lows to avoid damage.
Fertilizer
The timing of fertilizing Japanese bigleaf magnolia is important. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue monthly through early summer. Fertilizer promotes attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth periods.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Magnolia
- Family
- Magnoliaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 7.62 m to 12.19 m
- Mature Spread
- 11.89 m
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 15.24 cm to 20.32 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Winter
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Russia, Japan
Other names.
