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Magnolia loeb. Leonard Messel 15 Litre Pot

Magnolia loeb. Leonard Messel 15 Litre Pot

Magnolia 'Genie'
A compact deciduous tree or large shrub with fragrant, pale pink to deep pink cup-shaped flowers in early spring
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Magnolia 'Genie'
Magnolia 'Genie'
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Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
H6 (-20 to -15°C)
Mature size
2.5-4m tall × 1.5-2.5m wide
Foliage
Deciduous
Flowers
Red
Flowering
Spring
Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Slow
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About Magnolia loeb. Leonard Messel 15 Litre Pot

Magnolia × loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’ – Early Spring Fragrance

Description
Magnolia × loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’ is a hybrid magnolia prized for its early, abundant, cup-shaped blooms and delightful fragrance. Flowering in late winter to early spring, the flowers open before the leaves, creating a stunning display of soft to deep pink shades.

Its compact, upright habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens or as a specimen in larger borders. Deep green summer foliage provides structure, and the slow growth ensures it remains manageable in restricted spaces.

Size & Growth
Typically grows 3–4 m tall and 2–3 m wide over many years, forming a rounded or slightly pyramidal crown.

Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun to light shade, in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Protect flower buds from late frosts for best display.

Why Choose Magnolia ‘Leonard Messel’?

  • Fragrant Pink Flowers – Abundant cup-shaped blooms in early spring.

  • Compact & Manageable – Perfect for smaller gardens or as a specimen shrub.

  • Seasonal Interest – Early spring flowers, summer foliage, autumn colour.

  • Hardy & Reliable – Low-maintenance, long-lived, and adaptable.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Full sun to partial shade; best flowering in sun.
Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral.
Watering: Keep evenly moist, particularly while establishing.
Feeding: Mulch with organic matter in spring; ericaceous feed if soil is neutral.
Pruning: Minimal; prune only to remove damaged or crossing branches, ideally after flowering.

Design & Planting Ideas

  • Plant as a specimen in small gardens or courtyard spaces.

  • Combine with spring bulbs like crocus or scilla for layered seasonal effect.

  • Works well with azaleas, camellias, and other acid-loving plants.

  • Suitable for mixed borders where early-season colour is desired.

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