Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Growing to around 12 feet tall, the compact Ann Magnolia is perfect for a smaller garden. Magnolia liliflora 'Ann' as it is also known, produces gently scented purple-red flowers around 4 inches across in late spring. As a hybrid cross between ‘Nigra’ and ‘Rosea’, the Ann Magnolia flowers earlier in its life compared to others.
Being deciduous, the Ann Magnolia’s leaves fall in the winter, but only after they have turned a lovely yellow hue. It makes an ideal small specimen tree that will provide interest in both the spring and fall. Ann Magnolia is perfect for city gardens or adding to the back of a mixed border. Exceptionally cold hardy, this magnolia grows in zones 4 to 8.
Ann Magnolia Care
The Ann Magnolia is happiest when grown in either full or partial sun. It prefers a fertile and well-drained soil that is slightly acidic and kept moist. It will tolerate most soil types apart from those that are poorly drained or saturated. A slow-release fertilizer for acid-loving plants can be applied in the spring from the second growing season to give it a boost. Water frequently to keep the soil moist during the spring and summer. Mulching annually around the base of the tree will help prevent weeds and moisture loss.
Pruning is generally not required. However, any damaged or dead branches can be cut back to a lower branch in early fall.
Ann Magnolia Spacing
Over time, the Ann Magnolia can grow to around 10 to 12 feet tall and wide. Give it room to reach its full potential and space each plant 12 to 15 feet apart.
Ann Magnolia Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 4 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 10-12 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 10-12 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Clumping, Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Purple
- Flower Description
- Purple
- Bloom Time
- Spring
- Blooms On
-
Old Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Right after flowering
- Foliage Color
- , Green, Yellow
- Foliage Description
- Green, Yellow
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous, Variegated
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Ann Magnolia
- Also Known As
- Lily Magnolia
- Botanical Name
- Magnolia liliflora 'Ann'
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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