× Gordlinia grandiflora
mountain gordlinia
Notes:
Hybrid between Gordonia lasianthus and Franklinia alatamaha.
Not recommended north of USDA zone 7.
Drops some leaves; those that stay turn red-purple in winter.
Best with mid-afternoon shade in hot climates, but may be best in full sun in the northern part of its range. Prefers highly organic soil.
Sources: NCSU, Missouri BG.
Tags:
acidic soil preferred
acidic soil required
alkaline soil intolerant
attracts:bees
attracts:butterflies
difficult to grow
exposure:full sun
exposure:part shade
fall color notable
fast-growing
form:multi-trunked
form:shrub
form:tree
fragrant flowers
native:eastern North America
persistence:deciduous
persistence:semievergreen
rich soil preferred
showy flowers
type:broadleaf
use:deck/patio
use:naturalizing
use:shade tree
use:specimen
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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