Magnolia Genie - Magnolia, Plant in 1L Pot

Magnolia Genie was raised in New Zealand and is believed to be a cross between M. soulangeana and M. liliiflora. A lovely deciduous, compact, small pyramidal shaped tree that produces abundant, elegant, tulip shaped, large maroon purple, opulent, fragrant flowers, which fade to light magenta rose, in spring before the leaves emerge. Given sufficient moisture this variety will bloom sporadically until autumn. Due to its compact size it is ideal for gardens where space is limited or for growing in pots. For good performance it is best grown in full sun or semi shade, in a moist, fertile, well drained soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Magnolia will not grow well in chalky soils so these should be avoided. Planted in a good location it is not likely to need pruning, but this can be done sparingly after flowering and when all danger of frost has passed. This plant can be used in a mixed planting or as a stand alone specimen in the garden or can easily be grown in a pot or other container. Use a good quality John Innes compost as this plant will be there a long time and peaty types of compost eventually degrade, become too packed and choke the roots. Ensure you feed regularly as a hungry plant is a poor performer. We recommend Osmoscote pro 8-9 month applied in the early spring. One application gives all the nutrients the plant requires for the whole year. John Innes is a soils based compost.

Nb. These are grafted plants