Magnolia 'Spectrum' Native holly-like appearance

holly-like appearance

which means it is usually unnecessary to supply a partner to get good fruit set

strongly scented flowers emerge from a profusion of dark pink buds just as the light green foliage is unfolding

evergreen leaves decorate twisted branches

Prune in early spring to rejuvenate and in summer to keep shape

Magnolia 'Spectrum' Native holly-like appearanceA strong growing, upright tree suitable for the smaller garden. This hybrid (Magnolia liliflora 'Nigra' x Magnolia sprengeri 'Diva'), a sister seedling of 'Galaxy', has flowers of a rich red purple and elegantly curved in bud, opening deep reddish pink with a paler interior, held in a shapely upright fashion. Requires fertile, slightly acid soil. Hardy.