Tree comparisons
| Magnolia Genie |  Oshidori Princesse | |
|---|---|---|
| Genie is a compact Magnolia, featuring large dark crimson flowers, with a subtle fragrance. | A small ornamental cherry with double white flowers, and autumn leaf colours. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Magnolia Genie | Flowering cherry tree Oshidori Princesse | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Beginner |
| Awards | RHS AGM (current) | |
| Attractive features | Attractive flowers Attractive tree / plant Scented flowers | Attractive flowers Autumn foliage colour |
| Growth habit | Upright | Spreading / Flat-topped |
| Height after 10 years | 3m-5m / 10ft-16ft | 1.5m-2.5m / 5ft-8ft |
| Sunlight | Prefers full sun | Prefers full sun |
| Pruning | Light prune Prune after flowering | Prune after flowering |
| Growth rate | Average | Slow |
| Site conditions | Sheltered site Free-draining site |
Identification
| Magnolia Genie | Flowering cherry tree Oshidori Princesse | |
|---|---|---|
| Flower colour | Crimson | White |
| Flower form | Double flower (25-50 petals) | |
| Flowering month | May | March |
| Leaf colour | Green | Green |
| Leaf colour - autumn | Orange / Red | |
| Leaf/Flower sequence | Leaves appear first | |
| Country of origin | New Zealand | Japan |
| Annual cycle | Deciduous | Deciduous |