About
A deciduous or semi-evergreen tree, up to 9m high, with elliptic to oval-shaped, glossy fresh green leaves to 15cm long. Deeply cup-shaped, aromatic creamy white flowers are produced from early to late summer.
About the genus
Magnolia can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs, with large, showy, often fragrant flowers, often opening before the leaves, and sometimes followed by colourful cone-like fruit
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitBushy, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous, Semi evergreen
Height8-12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Native toE USA to Texas, Cuba
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well drained, neutral to acid soil, in full sun or light shade with shelter from cold winds. It is likely to drop most of the foliage during cold winters. Late frost may damage the shoot tips, leaves and flower buds. Mulch in spring to keep the soil moist. For more information see magnolia cultivation
PruningMinimal pruning required, see magnolia pruning. Deciduous or semi-evergreen magnolias should only be pruned between midsummer and early autumn
PropagationPropagate by seed, semi-ripe cuttings or softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to scale insects and capsid bug
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to coral spot, phytophthora, grey moulds, honey fungus, virus diseases or fungal leaf spot