Magnolia 'Susan'

Magnolia 'Susan'

10L pot • Supplied approximately 130cm tall

Plant Highlights: Rich purple-red tulip-shaped flowers • Flowers from mid to late spring • Compact deciduous habit • Excellent specimen for smaller gardens • Beautiful spring display

Overview

Magnolia 'Susan' is one of the most popular deciduous magnolias, prized for its elegant, goblet-shaped flowers in rich reddish-purple with paler interiors. Flowering from mid to late spring, often as the fresh foliage begins to emerge, it typically blooms slightly later than many magnolias, helping to reduce the risk of late frost damage to its flowers.

With its naturally compact, upright habit, 'Susan' is well suited to smaller gardens where it provides a spectacular spring focal point. The dark green foliage remains attractive through summer before turning yellow-brown in autumn and falling for winter.

Why We Love It

• Elegant deep purple-red flowers brighten the garden in spring.
• Flowers later than many magnolias, reducing frost risk.
• Compact habit is ideal for smaller gardens.
• Beautiful specimen shrub with excellent seasonal interest.
• Suitable for borders, lawns and large containers while young.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. A location with morning shade can help protect flowers from late spring frosts.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, keep the soil evenly moist during prolonged dry periods, particularly while the plant is flowering.

Soil

Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid very dry or waterlogged sites.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Fully hardy throughout Ireland. Apply a generous mulch each spring to help conserve soil moisture and keep the shallow roots cool.

Routine Care

Magnolias require very little pruning. Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches after flowering if necessary, avoiding heavy pruning as it can reduce future flowering.

Perfect For

• Small gardens.
• Specimen planting.
• Mixed shrub borders.
• Cottage gardens.
• Woodland-edge planting.
• Large patio containers while young.

Good to Know

The supplied height of approximately 130cm refers to the plant at the time of sale. Magnolia 'Susan' is slow to moderate in growth and performs best when left to develop its natural shape with minimal pruning.

Product Information

• Botanical name: Magnolia 'Susan'
• Deciduous flowering shrub.
• Supplied in a 10L nursery pot.
• Supplied approximately 130cm tall.