MAGNOLIA officinalis

Deciduous

White

Height - 8m (26ft)

Spread - 5m (16ft)

Tree

Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)

Full sun - shelter from strong winds

Partial shade

Additional Features - Medicinal properties - - medicinal magnolia. The fragrant bark is used in traditional Chinese medicinedicine. Reduces allergic and asthmatic reactions

Pests & Diseases - scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot.

Place of origin - central China.

Flower Shape - Saucer-shaped - - 10-30cm (4-12in) across with 9-12 tepals

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Seasonal Interest - Spring -

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich

Neutral to acid soil

Tree Shape - Rounded to broadly spreading -