A deciduous magnolia smothered in large, goblet-shaped pink-and-white blooms on bare branches in early spring before the foliage appears. A breathtaking cool-climate 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
Magnolia ×soulangeana is a slow-growing tree in the Magnoliaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink and white flowers appear in spring and winter.
Where to grow Saucer Magnolia
Saucer Magnolia 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 does best in loamy, free-draining and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Saucer Magnolia is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Saucer Magnolia after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Saucer Magnolia in the garden
Saucer Magnolia earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and its fragrance.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Saucer Magnolia with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe. It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Saucer Magnolia
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