Magnolia x loebneri 'Leonard Messel'-0
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Magnolia x loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’

£28.99

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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.

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Flowering Months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Flower Colour

Pink
Availability Date

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

Hardy
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Foliage Type

Deciduous
Foliage Colour

Green
Height after 10 years*

HEIGHT 4-6FT. (120-180cm)
Pot Size

5
Uses

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