A compact deciduous magnolia with deep wine-purple, lily-shaped flowers borne over a long period from mid-spring into summer. Flowers appear with the foliage on a bushy frame.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3 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 Lily Magnolia 'Nigra'
Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' is a slow-growing shrub in the Magnoliaceae family. It reaches around 3 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Purple flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Lily Magnolia 'Nigra'
Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' 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
Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' 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
Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' in the garden
Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Lily Magnolia 'Nigra'
Plant Sale lists Lily Magnolia 'Nigra' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
