Galaxy

Galaxy is a modern hybrid Magnolia with lightly fragrant purple-pink tulip-shaped flowers.

It is a bit more "tree-like" than some Magnolias, with a strong central stem which remains fairly dominant.

Galaxy magnolia trees for sale

• 3-year pot-grown tree £67.50
  In a 12L pot
  Medium size (2.5m-3.5m after 10 years)
  

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Next deliveries

You can pre-order now for delivery from late September 2021 for pot grown trees (or early December for bare-root). You do not need to pay at this stage - just add items to the basket and checkout as usual.

History

Galaxy was raised at the US National Arboretum in the 1960s. It is a cross between Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' and Magnolia sprengeri 'Diva'.

Galaxy characteristics

• Gardening skillBeginner
• AwardsRHS AGM (current) 1993
• Attractive featuresAttractive flowersScented flowers
• Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
• Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
• SunlightPrefers full sun
• PruningLight prune
• Growth rateFast
• Site conditionsSheltered siteFree-draining site
• Flower colourPink - dark
• Flower formSemi-double flower (10-20 petals)
• Flowering monthApril
• Leaf colourGreen
• Country of originUnited States
• Annual cycleDeciduous

Similar varieties

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  Magnolia
  Spectrum
  This upright hybrid Magnolia features dark pink tulip-shaped flowers.