Young Beaver Tree | Magnolia kobus

Growth Habit

The Magnolia Kobus, also known as the Beverboom or False Tulip Tree, is a medium-sized tree or shrub that will eventually form a broad, round crown in its later years.

Leaf Shape

In spring, woolly, hairy buds appear on the Beverboom. These give rise to fresh, elongated leaves that taper to a point.

Autumn Coloration

In autumn, the leaves turn yellow before falling from the tree.

Flowering Habit

Before the leaves appear on the tree, the Magnolia Kobus blooms with widely open, white flowers. These flowers can be sensitive to overnight frost. In its early years, the Beverboom does not bloom profusely, but once it is older, the flowering habit is overwhelming.

Seed Fruits

After flowering, dark red seed fruits appear on the plant.

How to plant the tree?

1. Determine the final location of the tree and ensure it is free from cables, debris, old plants, and other obstacles that may hinder the tree's growth.
2. Dig a planting hole that is twice the width of the root ball. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and mix the excavated soil with (organic) garden soil or planting substrate.
3. Adjust the planting hole to the height where the root ball fits and firmly press the soil.
4. Fill the planting hole with water and wait for it to settle. Check if the root ball is sufficiently moist.
5. Place the tree or plant in the planting hole. It is extremely important that the tree is not planted too deep, as this can cause root rot.
6. Insert a tree stake or bamboo stake firmly into the ground on the side of the tree where the most wind comes from.
7. Now, place the watering ring or create a mound of soil around the tree so that water can seep into the ground.

Why Choose a Young Tree from Amitis

• Easy to plant yourself due to the compact size and light weight
• Conveniently delivered to your home in a sturdy packaging
• Experience the growth and development of your own tree
• Easy to maintain
• Cultivate the size and growth form you are looking for
• Attain mature size within a short time
• Can be planted year-round as everything is delivered in pots
• No root loss and better chances of establishment as everything is pot-grown
• Cost-effective purchase
• Fresh, healthy plants directly from the grower

Questions?

Want to know more about pruning? Read our page on tree maintenance! Feel free to contact us; we are happy to assist!