Overview
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' is a columnar upright, bushy trees in the genus Magnolia, part of the Magnoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural.
About
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' is a deciduous tree cultivar known for its columnar upright and bushy habit. As a member of the Magnolia genus, it produces large, prominent flowers that typically bloom before the leaves emerge, adding architectural interest in spring and summer. It thrives in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soils ranging from clay to sand, preferring neutral to acidic conditions. Best grown in full sun or partial shade with shelter from cold winds, this cultivar is hardy to UK zone H6 and suits south- or west-facing aspects.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Magnolia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Magnolia 'Purple Bronze'
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to scale insects and capsid bug
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to coral spot, phytophthora, grey moulds, honey fungus, virus diseases or fungal leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Magnolia 'Purple Bronze'?
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' need?
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' hardy in the UK?
Magnolia 'Purple Bronze' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Magnolia 'Purple Bronze'?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
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
