Magnolia leonard messel flower
Magnolia Leonard (Magnolia x loebneri)
Magnolia leonard messel flower Magnolia Leonard (Magnolia x loebneri)

Magnolia 'Leonard Messel'
(Magnolia x loebneri)

The deciduous Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» is a hardy, averagely sized, shrub with rounded, narrow leaves, and gorgeous, fragrant, lilac-coloured flowers.

Magnolia x loebneri is a beautiful shrub with flowers that bloom on bare branches. By mid-Spring, the Magnolia bush is covered in blush-pink flowers, made up of narrow petals, that open up like stars. The tree is deciduous, but it is still a lovely, stylish shrub choice if you have a small garden.

The Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» can reach an ultimate height and spread of 8m x 6m, within 20-50 years.

It is best to plant Magnolia x loebneri in full sun or partial shade, and in clay, loam, or sand-based soils (though it can tolerate chalky soils), that have an acidic or neutral pH. We also recommend placing in a sheltered position.

  • Growth rate: Fast
  • Ideal height: 8m Tall
  • Soil type: Clay, loam, sand
  • Aspect: Full sun, semi-shade
  • Evergreen foliage? No

Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» requires very little pruning. In the middle of Summer, you will only need to remove the diseased, broken, or crossing branches. We also recommend adding a bit of mulch in Spring, especially if it has dry soil.

When should I plant Magnolia Leonard Messel?

It is best to plant deciduous Magnolias when they are dormant, throughout autumn/winter (providing the temperatures are not below freezing), or in spring during the cooler climates. This ensures the plants have a good chance at settling down before summer.

How far apart should I plant Magnolia Leonard Messel plants?

If you purchase medium sized Magnolia plants, we recommend planting no more than 2 per metre (50cm spacing). For plants taller than 1m, a space of 100cm between is plant is usually best.

As Magnolias are wide spreading, this ensures the plants are given plenty of room to successfully grow to their full potential.

How to plant Magnolia Leonard Messel:

As Magnolia plants have shallow roots, you will not need to dig a very deep hole.

Begin by digging a hole that's a little wider than the root ball, but the same depth as the pot the plant came in (usually around 20-30cm). Then add some fresh topsoil, well-rotted compost, or leaf mould, into the excess soil.

Place the plants carefully into the hole, ensuring they're straight, and check the level they are sitting at - the base of the stem should be at or just above ground level. Backfill with soil, patting gently as you go along, to knock out any air. Follow this by watering very well.

We then recommend adding around 2-3" of mulch at the base of the plant, too. Anything like garden compost, grass cuttings, bark, or wood chippings works well.

Ensure you continually water the plant throughout the first 1-2 years after being planted (we recommend around 2-3 times per week, and more so during warmer weather). This is a very important step as the roots need plenty of water and nutrients to be able to establish and develop successfully.

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The deciduous Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» is a hardy, averagely sized, shrub with rounded, narrow leaves, and gorgeous, fragrant, lilac-coloured flowers.

Magnolia x loebneri is a beautiful shrub with flowers that bloom on bare branches. By mid-Spring, the Magnolia bush is covered in blush-pink flowers, made up of narrow petals, that open up like stars. The tree is deciduous, but it is still a lovely, stylish shrub choice if you have a small garden.

The Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» can reach an ultimate height and spread of 8m x 6m, within 20-50 years.

It is best to plant Magnolia x loebneri in full sun or partial shade, and in clay, loam, or sand-based soils (though it can tolerate chalky soils), that have an acidic or neutral pH. We also recommend placing in a sheltered position.

  • Growth rate: Fast
  • Ideal height: 8m Tall
  • Soil type: Clay, loam, sand
  • Aspect: Full sun, semi-shade
  • Evergreen foliage? No

Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» requires very little pruning. In the middle of Summer, you will only need to remove the diseased, broken, or crossing branches. We also recommend adding a bit of mulch in Spring, especially if it has dry soil.

When should I plant Magnolia Leonard Messel?

It is best to plant deciduous Magnolias when they are dormant, throughout autumn/winter (providing the temperatures are not below freezing), or in spring during the cooler climates. This ensures the plants have a good chance at settling down before summer.

How far apart should I plant Magnolia Leonard Messel plants?

If you purchase medium sized Magnolia plants, we recommend planting no more than 2 per metre (50cm spacing). For plants taller than 1m, a space of 100cm between is plant is usually best.

As Magnolias are wide spreading, this ensures the plants are given plenty of room to successfully grow to their full potential.

How to plant Magnolia Leonard Messel:

As Magnolia plants have shallow roots, you will not need to dig a very deep hole.

Begin by digging a hole that's a little wider than the root ball, but the same depth as the pot the plant came in (usually around 20-30cm). Then add some fresh topsoil, well-rotted compost, or leaf mould, into the excess soil.

Place the plants carefully into the hole, ensuring they're straight, and check the level they are sitting at - the base of the stem should be at or just above ground level. Backfill with soil, patting gently as you go along, to knock out any air. Follow this by watering very well.

We then recommend adding around 2-3" of mulch at the base of the plant, too. Anything like garden compost, grass cuttings, bark, or wood chippings works well.

Ensure you continually water the plant throughout the first 1-2 years after being planted (we recommend around 2-3 times per week, and more so during warmer weather). This is a very important step as the roots need plenty of water and nutrients to be able to establish and develop successfully.

Root Types Summary

  • Bare Root
    Bare Root

    Field grown, bare roots are young plants that are only planted when they are dormant, from autumn to spring. We lift bare root plants and despatch them during the season but they can be pre-ordered in summer. As they are cheaper to grow, they are one of our most affordable hedge planting options.

  • Pot Grown
    Pot Grown

    Pot grown plants can be planted year round and make a convenient option. They come in a wide range of sizes, from 10cm to 2.5m so they're suitable for the majority of planting requirements.

  • Root Ball
    Root Ball

    Also field grown, root ball plants are scooped out of the ground using machinery to keep their root system intact and wrapped in bio-degradable, hessian sacks. They are mature plants that provide dense coverage very early on, ideal for when you need a thick hedge quickly.

  • Instant Hedging
    Instant Hedging

    Grown in troughs or bags that measure 50cm-1 metre in length and carefully clipped during the growing season. Our instant hegding troughs create a dramatic, instant hedge effect.

  • Bare Root Discount Deals
    Bare Root Discount Deals

    Our bare root discount deals include bundles of 50, 100, and 250 plants. The bigger the bundle, the higher the discount.

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