Botanical Name:
Magnolia soulangiana
Common Name: Saucer magnolia (several varieties are available) Type of Plant: dicot: tree/shrub Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape an upright, usually multi-trunked plant, with variable shapes - some varieties are vase-shaped, others somewhat rounded, some oval- pyramidal Height 10-25'(30') Spread 1/2 to equal Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors partial sun or shade in So. CA.;full sun in northwest Soil moist, acidic, well-draining loam; grows poor in alkaline Hardiness hardy (zones 1-10, 12-24); thrives in mild, humid areas Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, obovate-oblong; somewhat acuminate at apex; medium green, 4-6" (8") long; somewhat pubescent beneath; short-petioled Flowers white to pink or purple-red, very showy, appear before leaves, variable in size and form (5-10" wide); January - April Fruit a small follicle, aggregated into long cone-like structure Propagation: seed, followed by budding or grafting Usage: an excellent small accent tree valued for late winter color and interesting form; good container plant or espalier Landscape Care: Watering regular watering required; not drought-tolerant; can tolerate heavy irrigation if drainage is excellent Fertilizing balanced, in spring and summer; plus iron for chlorosis Pruning little pruning required; head high; looks best left alone Pests/Diseases relatively pest and disease-free; salt burn from irrigation Origin: China Family: Magnoliaceae Notes: |
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