BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

An enchanting selection, Magnolia x soulangeana 'Alba Superba' has fabulous, fragrant, bridal-white, goblet shaped flowers (up to 10 - 15 cm wide) in early spring. These eye-catching flowers stand out well against the pale green, oval leaves.

This Magnolia flowers as a young plant, usually after two or three years and the display only gets better as the plant ages. Once established it has a reasonably upright and compact habit, making it suitable for gardens with limited space.

Supplied Size: 3L container (40 - 60 cm tall)

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: March - April.
• Flower Colour: White with a hint of pink.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Magnolia x soulangeana 'Alba Superba' grows to be a small, rounded tree  once established.
  • Height: up to 6 m (20 ft)
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft)

• Notes: We have found that although hardy, Magnolia x soulangeana 'Alba Superba' is best planted in an area which does not receive early morning sunlight in spring, as this combined with a frost can cause damage to the flowers.