Magnolia x loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’
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Overview
A first-rate magnolia and an Ashwood favourite. Fuchsia purple buds open to fragrant pale lilac pink flowers with strap-shaped tepals, abundantly produced even from an early age in March and April. It is compact in habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens, eventually making a tall shrub or small tree. Magnolia x loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’ is tolerant of more alkaline soils as long as plenty of organic matter is added to the planting site.
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A first-rate magnolia and an Ashwood favourite. Fuchsia purple buds open to fragrant pale lilac pink flowers with strap-shaped tepals, abundantly produced even from an early age in March and April. It is a hybrid of Magnolia kobus and Magnolia stellata, combining the best qualities of both parents.It is compact in habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens, eventually making a tall shrub or small tree. Magnolia x loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’ is tolerant of more alkaline soils as long as plenty of organic matter is added to the planting site.
Planting: magnolias require a sunny or semi-shaded spot that is away from a frost pocket and is sheltered from northerly and easterly winds. Make sure that your chosen site is large enough, as magnolias need space to develop and reach their full potential. Any reasonable deep garden soil will be suitable, including clay soils, but avoid shallow chalky soils, soils which are excessively dry or soils prone to waterlogging. Add plenty of garden compost or soil improver to the soil and take care not to plant too deeply.
Pruning: not necessary, but remove any dead wood or unwanted branches immediately after flowering.
Flowering Months
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
|---|---|
| Availability Date Learn more | All year round |
| Flower Type | Semi-double |
| Flowering Month | March, April |
| Soil Type | Acid, Alkaline, Heavy clay, Light sandy, Normal |
| Aspect | Sun, Partial Shade |
| Hardiness Learn more | Hardy |
| Award | |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Height after 10 years* Learn more | HEIGHT 4-6FT. (120-180cm) |
| Pot Size Learn more | 5 |
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