Saucer Magnolia

The Saucer Magnolia is a multi-stem deciduous tree growing a little more than 20 feet tall, with an irregular rounded crown about 20 feet across. Young trees grow rapidly, and bloom while still young. The light-gray branches develop picturesque twisted forms that are charming in winter. The mid-green leaves are large, and turn gold and burnt orange in fall. Flowers open in early spring on the bare branches, continuing often into early summer among the new leaves. They are 6 inches or more across, upright bells opening into a bowl, and the petals are white inside and purple-pink on the outside, darkest at the base with streaks towards the tips. This classic early hybrid magnolia is perfect for a lawn specimen, by water or edging a woodland. Easy to grow, reliable and stunning in bloom.

• White and purple blooms on the bare branches
• Flowers in early spring
• Rounded multi-stem tree to over 20 feet tall
• Reliable and beautiful blooms while still young
• A classic variety of great beauty

Grow your Saucer Magnolia in full sun, afternoon shade, or the light shade beneath deciduous trees. It should be grown in rich soil that is acidic or neutral, and moist but well-drained. Pests and diseases are rare, and this tree should not be pruned. It is easy to grow once you have found a good location for it. Some organic mulch and summer watering are very beneficial.