A vigorous saucer magnolia bearing large, rosy-red goblet-shaped flowers on bare branches in early spring. A reliable, free-flowering deciduous feature tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 6 m H × 5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra'
Magnolia x soulangeana 'Rustica Rubra' is a moderate-growing tree in the Magnoliaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra'
Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' does best in free-draining, loamy and acidic soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' in the garden
Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra'
Plant Sale lists Saucer Magnolia 'Rustica Rubra' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
