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Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Shrub

Name: Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Shrub
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: MLN.B.10.1
Price: 60.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 2.5 x 2 metres in 20 years

Foliage Dark green leaves (deciduous)

Flowers Large dark purple flowers in spring / summer

Soil Well-draining

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Description

The compact Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' will grow to a 2.5 x 2 metre bush in 20 years. Large goblet shaped flowers appear in spring, early summer and then intermittently until the autumn. The lightly fragrant flowers are dark red-purple externally and creamy white/pink inside, creating a lovely contrast.

Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' starts flowering earlier than most other Magnolias, making it a great choice for spring interest. It has gorgeous glossy, dark/mid-green ovate deciduous foliage up to 20cm long. This small Purple Magnolia has the RHS AGM and is an ideal small garden tree or can be kept in a container. We recommend planting in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun or part shade for the best results.

AKA Black Lily Magnolia, Purple magnolia tree, Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Magnolia require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Magnolia trees and shrubs can be pruned into shape by removing branches that are growing in an awkward position, as well as any that are damaged. They should not be heavily pruned as this can send them into shock. If pruning to limit the overall size, stagger your pruning over a few years to alleviate the stress on your tree. Pruning for Magnolia should be carried out in mid-summer to early autumn. Avoid pruning in late winter to early spring.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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