Overview

Magnolia denudata 'Double Diamond' (d) is a bushy trees in the genus Magnolia, part of the Magnoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Magnolia denudata 'Double Diamond' (d) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.

About

Magnolia denudata, the lilytree or Yulan magnolia, is native to central and eastern China. It has been cultivated in Chinese Buddhist temple gardens since 600 AD.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Magnolia

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Magnolia denudata 'Double Diamond' (d) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Trees

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Magnolia denudata 'Double Diamond' (d)

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

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