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Susan

Susan magnolia

Susan features dark crimson pink scented flowers. It flowers over a long period, and the flowers gradually open flat like water lilies, revealing white centres.

Susan grows with a compact form, and is a good choice if you want a Magnolia and space is limited.

Susan magnolia for sale

    Next deliveries

    Deliveries from September for pot grown and December for bare-rooted (where items shown in stock).

    History

    Susan is a cross between Magnolia stellata 'Rosea' and Magnolia liliflora 'Nigra'.

    Susan characteristics

    • AwardsRHS Award of Garden Merit
    • Gardening skillBeginner
    • Attractive featuresAttractive flowersScented flowers
    • Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
    • Flower colourPink - dark
    • Flowering seasonMid-season
    • Flowering monthApril
    • Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
    • Leaf colour - summerGreen
    • Leaf/Flower sequenceLeaves and Flowers appear together
    • SunlightPrefers full sun
    • PruningLight prune
    • Site conditionsSheltered siteFree-draining site
    • Country of originUnited States
    • Annual cycleDeciduous