MAGNOLIA macrophylla

Commonly known as Great-leaved magnolia, Umbrella tree

The largest leafed magnolia of all with greyish leaves, glaucous underneath and fragrant white flowers

Small

Pot size - 1.5 to 2 Litre - Click to view photo

Availability Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC

£40.00 each

Medium

Pot size - 3 - 5 Litre - Click to view photo

Availability Unavailable

£70.00 each

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Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot.
Place of origin
Southeastern USA
Magnolias - larger gardens
Magnolia
Deciduous
Very large leaves to 1m (39in) long.
White
Creamy white often with purple spotting towards the centre
Cup-shaped
Open-cup-shaped to 30cm (12in) across.
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Entire
Obovate
Height
12m (39ft)
Spread
10m (33ft)
Tree
Broadly upright, later rounded tree with stout, blue-grey shoots. Flowers are followed by cone-like fruits to 8cm (3in) long.
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
Scented flowers
Summer Seasonal Interest
Fertile moist well-drained soil
Humus-rich
Neutral to acid soil
Full sun
Shelter from strong winds.
Partial shade
Rounded to broadly spreading