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Magnolia 'soulangeana' / 55L / 240Cm
Magnolia soulangeana
Confirmed format: 55 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Stunning spring blossom in shades of white, pink, rose, and purple
- Large, cup-shaped flowers appearing from March to May
- Upright, spreading, and rounded growth habit
- Deciduous tree offering lovely autumn colour
- Pet-safer plant suitable for gardens
Overview
Magnolia soulangeana, commonly known as the saucer magnolia, is a magnificent deciduous tree admired for its breathtaking display of large, cup-shaped flowers in spring. Appearing from March to May before the leaves fully emerge, the blooms showcase striking shades of white, pink, rose, and purple with a moderate fragrance. With its upright, spreading, and rounded habit, this slow-growing specimen forms a gorgeous focal point in any garden. Supplied in a 55-litre pot at an approximate height of 240cm, it creates an impressive, established feature right from planting.
Why We Love It
- Spectacular spring flowers in vibrant shades of white, pink, rose, and purple.
- Brings a moderate fragrance to the garden during spring.
- Forms a magnificent, rounded focal point or specimen tree.
- Pet-safer plant, making it a wonderful choice for family gardens.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Magnolia soulangeana |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Deciduous tree |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Flower Colours | White, pink, rose, purple, multicolour |
| Flowering Months | March, April, May |
| Fragrance Level | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright, spreading, rounded |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 4m to 8m |
| Mature Spread | 4m to 8m |
| Hardiness | H5 (down to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun, sun and part shade, or partial shade with a sheltered aspect that avoids frost pockets. |
|---|---|
| Soil Requirements | Thrives in clay, loam, or sand textures with an acid to neutral pH and free-draining, well-drained, or moisture-retentive drainage. |
| Moisture | Requires moist or consistently moist soil conditions with a moderate water need. |
| Pruning | Prune during June, July, or August if needed. |
| Winter Care | Apply a mulch for winter protection. |
Perfect For
- Specimen planting
- Focal point features
- Borders and back of borders
- Cottage gardens
- Woodland settings
Good to Know
- Supplied in a 55 litre pot at an approximate height of 240cm.
- Prefers a sheltered position away from frost pockets to protect early spring blossoms.
- Pollinator support value helps attract wildlife to the garden.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 55-litre pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 240cm |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pet Safety | Pet-safer |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- tree
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