Magnolia - Magnolia Grandiflora

Magnolia Grandiflora

Aristocratic beauty with large white flowers and magnificent fragrance, indispensable for prestigious villa gardens and parks.

Product Information

Latin Name Magnolia Grandiflora
Category Special Form Plants
Stock Code BTN-019
Height 2-5 m
Pot Type Soil / Potted
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance High (-15°C / 5°F)
Watering Needs Medium (regular)
Sun Requirement Full Sun / Partial Shade
Usage Area Outdoor
Flower Size 20-30 cm
Leaf Feature Evergreen

Product Description

Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora), native to America, is a magnificent tree known as 'queen of flowers' with giant white flowers and intense fragrance. Glossy, leathery leaves stay green all seasons. Flowers can reach 20-30 cm diameter and emit captivating lemon-vanilla scent. This ancient plant from centuries past is an incomparable choice for prestigious villas, parks and memorial gardens.

Detailed Specifications

Flower Giant, white, 20-30 cm, intensely fragrant
Leaf Glossy green top, brown underside, leathery texture
Blooming May-July (intermittent until October)
Fruit Cone-like with red seeds
Maximum Height 25 m in nature, 8-15 m in garden

Care & Growing

Watering

Regular watering important in first years. Drought tolerant once established. Keep soil moist but not wet.

Soil

Acidic or neutral, humusy, well-drained soil. May develop chlorosis in lime soils.

Fertilizing

Acidic plant fertilizer in spring. Excess fertilizer may reduce flowering.

Pruning

Minimal pruning. Light shaping pruning after flowering possible. Doesn't tolerate heavy pruning.

Winter Preparation

Tolerates to -15°C. Cover young saplings first winter. Established trees are hardy.

Usage Areas

  • Prestigious villa and mansion gardens
  • Parks and public green areas
  • Memorial and commemoration gardens
  • Allee (tree corridor) arrangements
  • Solitary use in large gardens
  • Corporate building entrances
  • Wedding venues

Frequently Asked Questions

May-July is main blooming period. Can continue intermittent flowering until October in good conditions.

Grows at medium speed. 30-60 cm per year. Reaching mature height may take 15-20 years.

Usually from lime/alkaline soil (chlorosis). Iron chelate application or acidic fertilizer helps.

Small varieties can be grown in pots but Grandiflora needs large gardens. Growth is restricted in pots.

Yes, its intense lemon-vanilla fragrance is very famous. Used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Magnolia trees available in different sizes and ages. Special transportation and planting service for large trees.

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