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Most magnolias do best in acidic to neutral soil. If you don't have the right soil in your garden, or don't have room for a large tree, the smaller magnolias grow very well in pots. Magnolias need a sheltered spot, away from strong winds. Avoid frost pockets, as frost can damage the flowers in spring. A spot that gets plenty of sun will ensure a go...
Best magnolia for a small garden or pot
Magnolia stellata is a great small magnolia tree for a smaller garden or a container, in sun or shade. It's a deciduous shrub with star-shaped blooms that appear before the leaves, in early spring. They have a very light fragrance. There are several varieties to choose from, including the white-flowered Magnolia stellata 'Centennial' and the pale pink Magnolia stellata'Jane Platt'. Height x spread:3m x 3m 1. Buy Magnolia stellatafrom Crocus 2. Buy Magnolia stellatafrom Burncoose Nursery Magno...
Magnolias for medium-sized gardens
Magnolia'Apollo’ has huge, dark pink flowers that fade once open to pale pink and white. It forms an open, spreading, often multi-stemmed small tree. H x S:5m x 5m 1. Buy Magnolia 'Apollo'from Burncoose Nursery Magnolia x loebneri‘Leonard Messel’ bears pale pink, goblet-shaped flowers that become more star-shaped as they open. It remains a manageable size for many years. H x S:8m x 6m
Magnolias for large gardens
Magnolia sieboldiior the Chinese magnolia is a very hardy, deciduous species. The scented flowers are cup-shaped and large with deep maroon centres. They have a long flowering season from May to September and the foliage is attractive and glossy. A real statement tree. H x S:6m x 8m 1. Buy Magnolia sieboldiifrom Crocus Magnolia × brooklynensis‘Woodsman’ is an unusual magnolia, with multicoloured spring flowers in pink, white and green. H x S:10m x 6m
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Learn how to grow and care for magnolias, ornamental trees and shrubs with large, fragrant blooms. They prefer moist, well-drained soil and a sheltered spot in sun or light shade.
Grow in moist, well-drained preferably neutral to acid soil in sun or part shade. Tolerates dry, alkaline soil. See magnolia cultivation advice. Propagation. Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings from late summer to early autumn or layering in early spring. Suggested planting locations and garden types. Architectural; City and courtyard gardens
Quick facts. Shrubs or trees, large or small. Flowers in spring or summer. Many prefer slightly acidic or neutral soil. Like a sheltered spot in sun or light shade. Plant from autumn to spring. Fully hardy, but flower buds may be frosted. Low maintenance once settled in.
Nov 21, 2023 · By Jessica Nolan, Gardening Expert Trees. Magnolia is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs that produce stunning white and pink bowl- or star-shaped flowers. Magnolia trees and shrubs are identified by their glossy, leathery leaves, fragrant, showy flowers, and cone-like fruits in the fall.
How to Plant & Grow. Magnolias are impressive shrubs and trees that add excitement to the garden. Their large flowers are their main selling point, but the elegance they add to the garden all year round is truly unmatched. A perfect addition to your gardens, that’s for sure!
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