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Magnolia soulangeana / 10 - Litre Container / 90-100Cm
Magnolia soulangeana
Confirmed format: 10 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Stunning spring blossom in shades of white, pink, rose, and purple
- Large, cup-shaped flowers appearing from March to May
- Deciduous shrub offering lovely autumn colour
- Moderate fragrance during the flowering season
- Pet-safer plant suitable for gardens
Overview
Magnolia soulangeana is a magnificent deciduous shrub valued for its spectacular display of large, cup-shaped flowers in shades of white, pink, rose, and purple from March to May. Featuring a slow-growing, upright, spreading, and rounded habit, it makes a breathtaking specimen or focal point in the garden. With moderate fragrance and lovely autumn colour, this resilient plant brings seasonal interest and wildlife value through pollinator support.
Why We Love It
- Stunning spring blossom in vibrant shades of white, pink, rose, and purple.
- Large, cup-shaped flowers create a dramatic focal point in spring.
- Deciduous foliage provides lovely seasonal changes and autumn colour.
- Easy to care for with a graceful, upright and spreading habit.
- Pet-safer variety providing reliable garden interest.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Magnolia soulangeana |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | White, pink, rose, purple, multicolour |
| Flower Form | Cup-shaped |
| Flowering Season | March to May |
| Fragrance Level | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright, spreading, rounded |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 4m |
| Mature Spread | 4m |
| Hardiness | H5 (down to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Light | Plant in full sun or partial shade. |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Grow in a sheltered aspect that avoids frost pockets. |
| Soil | Thrives in clay, loam, or sand textures with an acid to neutral pH. |
| Drainage | Requires well-drained, free-draining, or moisture-retentive drainage. |
| Moisture | Requires moist or consistently moist soil conditions with a moderate water need. |
| Mulching & Winter Protection | Apply a mulch for winter protection. |
| Pruning | Prune during June, July, or August if needed. |
Perfect For
- Specimen planting
- Focal point features
- Borders
- Cottage gardens
- Woodland gardens
Good to Know
- The nectar-rich flowers provide pollinator support value to help attract wildlife to the garden.
- Rated as a pet-safer plant for peace of mind in family gardens.
- Supplied in a 10-litre container with a height of 90-100cm.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 10-litre container |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 90-100 cm |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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