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Magnoliaceae · Magnolia grandiflora

Native to: Southeastern United States
This variety was first cultivated in South Carolina in 1991..

Characteristics

Perennial

A beautiful dense tree with small dark green glossy leaves and brown velvety underside so expected with Magnolia grandiflora varieties. It produces creamy white fragrant flowers bigger than the popular 'Little Gem'. It differentiates itself from other varieties by its wavy edge to its leaf and its bright pink new growth.


Compact and upright tree
Height: 400 cm Width: 250 cm
Foliage: Flowers:

The basics

Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained
Water: Low water once established
Position

Care

Low maintenance. Mulch to keep roots coll and moist. Give a weekly deep soak in prolonged dry weather.

Feed

Spring

Pruning

When to prune: Spring

Journal

2

4 Jan 2024 · Harvest (1) · Cut flower

16 Dec 2023 · Harvest (1) · Flower

11 Dec 2023 · Buds forming

20 Mar 2023 · Flower opens

18 Mar 2023 · Flower

25 Jan 2023 · Short-lived Flower

22 Jan 2023 · Flower browns

6 Oct 2022 · Moves house



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