The deciduous Magnolia ‰ۡÌÝÌáLeonard Messel‰ۡó» is a hardy, averagely sized, shrub with rounded, narrow leaves, and gorgeous, fragrant, lilac-coloured flowers.
About Pot Grown Magnolia 'Leonard'
We've dedicated time and care into growing your pot grown plant, so it arrives looking stunningly new and healthy.
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.
Key Features
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.
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Growth rate: Fast
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Ideal height: 8m Tall
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Soil type: Clay, loam, sand
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Aspect: Full sun, semi-shade
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Evergreen foliage? No
Pruning & Care
As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just ensure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.
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.
How To Plant Pot Grown Magnolia Leonard Messel
- Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
- Remove the plant from its pot but placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
- Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
- Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down lightly to secure.
- When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.