Ann Magnolia
Magnolia x 'Ann'
SKU
01008
Flowers later than the star magnolia and thus avoids frost damage to the flower buds. Exquisite, 3 to 4 inch blooms, reddish purple outside and white inside, appear before the foliage buds out. A spectacular specimen or accent. Deciduous.
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Full sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | mag-NO-lee-a |
|---|---|
| Lore | The Chinese magnolias were first introduced in France via Jesuit botanists, where much of the early breeding began. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing 10 to 15 ft. tall and 12 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | A perfectly sized smaller tree with high visual appeal for front yard foundation planting. Use against evergreens in more expansive beds or create a centerpiece for a luscious perennial garden. Exquisite flowers are more appreciated when located beside outdoor living areas, terrace and patio. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
Your climate may be too cold for this plant