Magnolia grandiflora ‘Goliath’ – Half Standard Evergreen Magnolia with Huge Fragrant Flowers
Magnolia grandiflora ‘Goliath’ trained as a half standard is a striking evergreen feature tree, combining year-round structure with spectacular flowering. Raised on a clear stem with a neatly formed rounded canopy, it creates an elegant focal point for patios, entrances, and formal planting schemes.
The large, leathery dark green leaves have a glossy finish with warm bronze-brown undersides, giving the tree a luxurious and highly ornamental appearance throughout the year. During summer, enormous creamy-white flowers appear amongst the foliage, releasing a rich, sweet fragrance that adds real impact to the garden.
The blooms can reach impressive sizes, making ‘Goliath’ one of the most dramatic flowering evergreen magnolias available. Its structured standard form enhances the display further by lifting the flowers and foliage to eye level.
Supplied in a substantial 35 litre pot, it provides immediate maturity and presence, ideal for feature planting in containers or sheltered borders.
Thriving in a warm, sunny position, it prefers fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from shelter against strong cold winds. Once established, it is hardy and relatively low maintenance, requiring little pruning beyond maintaining shape.
Elegant, evergreen, and highly architectural, Magnolia ‘Goliath’ is an exceptional choice for adding structure, fragrance, and Mediterranean-style luxury to the garden.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring: Glossy evergreen foliage provides structure.
Summer: Huge fragrant creamy-white flowers appear.
Autumn: Evergreen canopy remains dense and attractive.
Winter: Architectural foliage provides year-round presence.
Key Features
Half standard form – Clear stem with rounded canopy.
Huge fragrant flowers – Large creamy-white blooms.
Evergreen foliage – Year-round structure and colour.
Glossy leaves – Luxurious tropical appearance.
Architectural plant – Strong focal point.
Perfect For
Feature planting – Elegant statement tree.
Patios – Ideal for large containers.
Entrances – Framing and structure.
Formal gardens – Architectural evergreen form.
Mediterranean planting – Luxurious evergreen presence.
Growing Tips
Sun/Position: Full sun; sheltered from cold winds.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil preferred.
Hardiness: Hardy in milder UK areas; protect when young or exposed.
Care: Minimal pruning required; maintain shape lightly if needed.
Looks Great With
Olive trees – Mediterranean-style pairing.
Topiary – Structured evergreen combinations.
Grasses – Adds movement beneath.
Lavender – Complements warm planting schemes.
Evergreens – Layered architectural planting.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
