MAGNOLIA officinalis

Huge ovate leaves and saucer-shaped fragrant white flowers on this rarer species

Medium

Pot size - 3 - 5 Litre

Availability Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC

£70.00 each

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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.
Magnolias - larger gardens
Magnolia
Deciduous
Very large leaves to 50cm (20in) long
White
Saucer-shaped
10-30cm (4-12in) across with 9-12 tepals
Fully hardy
Entire
Elliptic
Obovate
Height
8m (26ft)
Spread
5m (16ft)
Tree
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.
Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Spring 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