Leonard Messel Magnolia Flowering
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Leonard Messel Magnolia

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$79.49
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 20 - 25 Feet
  • Mature Spread 20 - 25 Feet
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8

The Leonard Messel Magnolia is a showstopper that puts on a lovely floral display in late April. This plant is so eager to welcome spring that the star-shaped, purple flowers bloom before the leaves emerge. The flowers are 4 inches wide and have strap-like petals. Magnolias have a low-branched, upright growth habit that takes on a rounded form with age. The branches have a gray-colored bark.

Plant this beauty in beds or borders or create a focal point in a landscape. Trim the flowers to feature in an arrangement and further enjoy the blooms. The flowers attract birds and butterflies, so it is also a valuable addition to an outdoor space. This cultivar grows as a perennial in zones 4 through 8, but it is known to be frost-hardy, making it a good choice for colder climates.

Leonard Messel Magnolia Care

Magnolia trees need neutral to acidic, rich soil that is moist but well drained. Plant Leonard Messel in full to partial sun because this deciduous perennial needs plenty of light to bloom. New plants need regular watering, while established plants have average water needs. Feed it during the spring using a balanced, organic fertilizer formulated for acid-loving shrubs and trees.

Plant the Leonard Messel Magnolia when the tree is dormant, either during the fall in warm climates or during the spring in colder regions. Prune this plant as needed in mid-summer after the flowers have faded and the leaves have filled in.

Leonard Messel Magnolia Spacing

The Leonard Messel Magnolia has an upright, woody structure and will reach 20 to 25 feet tall and wide. Space plants 20 feet apart to allow them to reach their mature size.

Leonard Messel Magnolia Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type: Tree
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 20 - 25 Feet
Mature Spread: 20 - 25 Feet
Spacing: 20 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description: Fuchsia Buds Bloom Into Star-Like Purple Flowers
Bloom Period: Late April
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Leonard Messel Magnolia
Other Name(s): Loebner Magnolia
Scientific Name: Magnolia X loeb. 'Leonard Messel'
SKU:
1231000652-pc

Container Sizes

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.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know 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

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know 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

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know 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


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