MAGNOLIA x loebneri 'Merrill'

Large white fragrant flowers

Small

Pot size - 2 to 3 Litre

Availability Unavailable

£17.50 each

Large

Pot size - 7.5 to 10 Litre - Click to view photo

Availability Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC

£50.00 each

Specimen

Pot size - 10 to 15 Litre - Click to view photo

Availability Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC

£65.00 each

Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close

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Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot.
Place of origin
USA. 1939. Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University, Boston. Dr Karl Sax
Magnolias - larger gardens
Magnolia
Deciduous
White
Goblet-shaped
Then star-shaped, 10-15cm (4-6in) across.
Fully hardy
Entire
Obovate
Height
8m (26ft)
Spread
7m (23ft)
Tall Shrub
Or vigorous, medium tree
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 - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Scented flowers
Spring Seasonal Interest
Fertile moist well-drained soil
Humus-rich
Neutral to acid soil
Neutral to alkaline soil
Full sun
Shelter from strong winds.
Partial shade
Rounded to broadly spreading