Overview
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' is a bushy tree in the genus Magnolia, part of the Magnoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 20.0 m tall. Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Magnolia campbellii, or Campbell's magnolia, is a species of Magnolia that grows in sheltered valleys in the Himalaya from eastern Nepal, Sikkim and Assam, India, east to southwestern China and south to northern Myanmar.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Magnolia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Tree
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 20.0 m
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs'
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Horse chestnut scale, Capsid bug
- Disease resistance
- Coral spot, Phytophthora, Grey moulds, Honey fungus, Virus diseases, Fungal leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs'?
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' need?
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' grow?
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' reaches a height of 20.0 m.
Is Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' hardy in the UK?
Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Magnolia campbellii (Raffillii Group) 'Sue Biggs'?
Softwood cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Magnolia genus
- Magnolia 'Antje Zandee'
- Magnolia 'Aurora'
- Magnolia 'Pink Delight'
- Magnolia 'Randy'
- Magnolia Watermelon ('Mgwat2011b'PBR)
- Magnolia biondii 'Charlie Looping'
- Magnolia campbellii 'Ann Jenkins'
- Magnolia coco
