Magnolia

Prolific show of fragrant blooms on this small tree or shrub. Large, bold foliage and interesting bark make well-suited for screening, accent, or specimen. Lovely underplanted with hyacinth, purple tulips and other spring bulbs. Prefers moist, well-drained, neutral to acid (sour) soil.

Companion Plants

Kousa Dogwood

Lilac

Purpleleaf Sand Cherry

Plant Details

Common name

Magnolia
Botanical name

Magnolia x loebneri
Variety

Leonard Messel
Zone

USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

15-20' (4.5-6 m)
Habit

Spreading
Feed

Use an all-purpose in spring
Water

2-3 times per week
Bloom Color

Pink
Bloom Time

Spring
Maintenance

Apply mulch

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