Magnolia Susan 4 Litre Pot

Magnolia ‘Susan’  – Compact Magnolia with Striking Purple-Red Blooms

Magnolia ‘Susan’ is a compact, deciduous magnolia prized for its fragrant, tulip-shaped flowers in rich purple-red tones. Supplied here in a handy 4 litre pot, it’s the perfect size for planting straight into borders or containers, ready to establish and flourish.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

• Spring: Deep purple-red buds open into elegant blooms before foliage appears, filling the garden with seasonal drama.
  
• Summer: Fresh green leaves provide texture and a lush canopy.
  
• Autumn: Leaves turn warm tones before falling.
  
• Winter: Bare branches give a sculptural, architectural presence.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Typically 2.5 – 4m tall with a similar spread at maturity

• Foliage: Glossy, ovate, mid-green leaves.

• Habit: Upright and compact, excellent for smaller gardens.

Perfect For

• Adding spring colour to smaller gardens
• Borders, courtyards, or patios
• Pollinator-friendly cottage or wildlife planting

Planting & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade in a sheltered spot.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained; best in neutral to slightly acidic soils.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Maintenance: Minimal pruning, only to remove damaged or crossing branches after flowering.

Why Choose Magnolia ‘Susan’?

• Compact size – ideal for small gardens
• Vibrant purple-red flowers with fragrance
• Long-lasting seasonal interest
• Easy-care and hardy

Companion Planting Ideas

• Underplant with spring bulbs such as snowdrops or tulips.

• Combine with azaleas or camellias for an acid-loving border.

• Pair with evergreen shrubs or ornamental grasses for structure.

Magnolia ‘Susan’ is the ideal way to introduce this stunning magnolia into your garden, offering manageable size, fragrant purple-red blooms, and reliable growth with minimal maintenance. 

Magnolia Susan 4 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Bi-Coloured 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.