A compact evergreen magnolia with narrow wavy-edged glossy leaves heavily felted rust-brown beneath, and large fragrant white flowers over a long summer season. A versatile screen and feature tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 6 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Magnolia 'Kay Parris'
Botanically, Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' is a moderate-growing tree in the Magnoliaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Magnolia 'Kay Parris'
Magnolia 'Kay Parris' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Magnolia 'Kay Parris' does best in free-draining, loamy and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Magnolia 'Kay Parris' does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Magnolia 'Kay Parris' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Magnolia 'Kay Parris' in the garden
Magnolia 'Kay Parris' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
Combine Magnolia 'Kay Parris' with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Magnolia 'Kay Parris'
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