Magnolia Susan 3 Litre Pot

Magnolia ‘Susan’ – Compact Beauty with Striking Spring Blooms

Magnolia ‘Susan’ is a charming, small deciduous shrub or compact tree celebrated for its upright form and richly coloured spring flowers. Ideal for smaller gardens, patios, or mixed borders, offering bold seasonal colour and a refined presence with minimal space requirements.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

• Spring: Deep reddish-purple buds open into slender, tulip-shaped blooms with slightly twisted petals—flowering later than many magnolias, helping avoid frost damage.
  
• Summer: Lush, ovate green leaves fill the rounded canopy, adding a fresh, vibrant backdrop.
  
• Autumn: Foliage may take on golden tones before falling, providing subtle seasonal change.
  
• Winter: Bare stems form a neat silhouette, while flower buds hint at spring’s return.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Reaches 2.5–4 metres tall and wide, perfect for compact spaces.
  
• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy with a naturally rounded form.
  
• Flowers: Fragrant, deep red-purple blooms measuring up to 10–15cm across, appearing before foliage for maximum visual impact.

Perfect For

• Small Gardens & Courtyards – Ideal for limited spaces without compromising beauty.
  
• Borders & Mixed Beds – Adds seasonal drama to planting schemes.
  
• Containers – Thrives in large pots with good drainage.
  
• Frost-Prone Areas – Later flowering reduces risk of bud damage.

Planting & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun or partial shade; a sheltered position enhances flowering.
  
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Avoid alkaline (chalky) soils.
  
• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK with good resilience to frost.
  
• Maintenance: Minimal pruning needed—just remove dead or damaged branches after flowering. Mulch annually.
  
  

Why Choose Magnolia ‘Susan’?

• Compact size fits modern gardens and patios
• Stunning, fragrant blooms in rich purple-pink tones
• Late flowering reduces risk of frost damage
• Easy to care for and low maintenance

Great Companion Plants

• Pair with spring bulbs – like Narcissus or Muscari
• Underplant with groundcovers – like Heuchera or Brunnera
• Mix with flowering shrubs – such as Rhododendrons or Pieris
• Frame with evergreens – for year-round contrast and shelter

Magnolia ‘Susan’ delivers vivid spring colour and elegant form in a space-saving size. Whether grown in the ground or a large container, this magnolia offers long-lasting beauty and reliable charm for gardeners of all levels.

Magnolia Susan 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Pink Deciduous

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.