Magnolia – Leonard Messel

Description

Magnolia – Leonard Messel

HEIGHT: 6.0m

 WIDTH: 5.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Rounded, upright branching. Good structure.

FOLIAGE: Young leaves are copper colored, becoming shiny deep green and oval shaped.

 FLOWERS and FRUIT: Large star shaped fragrant, pale lilac pink flowers. Buds are produced on bare stems and continue flowering as the leaves emerge.

 BARK:

 GROWTH RATE: 

 DESCRIPTION: A spectacular small tree or large shrub, ideal for any garden.

 LANDSCAPE USES: 

 TOLERANCES: Prefers partial shade with good drainage and shelter from wind, so that the flowers are not damaged. Hardy.

 TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.