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  • MAGNOLIA kobus
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. MAGNOLIA 'Caerhays Belle', MAGNOLIA kobus and RHODODENDRON arboreum
© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. MAGNOLIA kobus and MAGNOLIA 'Red Lion'
© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. MAGNOLIA kobus and RHODODENDRON arboreum
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    MAGNOLIA kobus

    Commonly known as Northern Japanese magnolia

    Small flowered, pure white
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot.
    • Place of origin
      Japan, South Korea.
    • Magnolias - larger gardens
    • Magnolia
    • Deciduous
      Narrowly oval, often puckered, mid-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long.
    • Cream
      Creamy white, slightly pink at base.
    • White
    • Star-shaped
      To 10cm (4in) across.
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Height
      12m (39ft)
    • Spread
      10m (33ft)
    • Tree
    • 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)
    • Scented flowers
    • Scented foliage
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Broadly conical
      Becomes spreading with age.
    • Mature Size
      12m (39ft)
      tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        10m (33ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Pruning group
      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.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich
      Neutral to acid soil
      Neutral to alkaline soil
      suitable for chalk.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Shelter from strong winds.
      Partial shade
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    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
    1ltr
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
    1ltr
    £8.00
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g - Free c&p
    £6.50
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