Magnolia 'Sunsation'
magnolia 'Sunsation'
- 9 litre pot | 1.2 - 1.5m tall
- £129.99
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A deciduous magnolia that unveils a sunny spectacle to herald spring's arrival. This small ornamental tree illuminates the landscape with clusters of lush golden yellow flowers blushed with rosy pink. The large, goblet-shaped blooms appear on bare branches in early spring, often persisting through late frosts with the fresh green leaves unfurling after the floral display, offering a crisp contrast and lush backdrop. 'Sunsation' will make a dramatic statement in a small to medium sized garden, the almost glowing flowers and neat habit creating a captivating early season focal point.
Choose a sheltered position away from strong winds. Work plenty of ericaceous compost into the planting hole to create the right soil conditions and water well after planting. Magnolias prefer neutral to acidic, moisture-retentive but free-draining soils, so avoid very chalky ground unless improved with organic matter.
These shrubs and small trees need very little pruning. Only remove broken, diseased, or crossing branches, ideally in midsummer once flowering has finished. Heavy pruning is not recommended as it can spoil the natural shape and reduce future flowering.
Apply a mulch of leafmould or well-rotted manure in spring to help conserve soil moisture, especially on lighter soils. Water newly planted specimens regularly during dry periods, as magnolias dislike drying out. Once established, they need little attention beyond occasional feeding with an ericaceous fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and abundant blooms.
These shrubs and small trees need very little pruning. Only remove broken, diseased, or crossing branches, ideally in midsummer once flowering has finished. Heavy pruning is not recommended as it can spoil the natural shape and reduce future flowering.
Apply a mulch of leafmould or well-rotted manure in spring to help conserve soil moisture, especially on lighter soils. Water newly planted specimens regularly during dry periods, as magnolias dislike drying out. Once established, they need little attention beyond occasional feeding with an ericaceous fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and abundant blooms.