Magnolia Black Tulip 1/4 Standard - 190-225cm - 18lt

Magnolia Black Tulip is a medium-sized, vigorous, upright, slender, deciduous shrub or small tree with dark green leaves, and exquisite, fragrant, large, tulip-shaped, deep burgundy or deep purple flowers that bloom on bare branches in early spring before the leaves emerge providing a spectacular display. It is attractive to birds and butterflies. Magnolia Black Tulip is adaptable to a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained, but prefers rich, fertile, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils, in full sun to partial shade. It needs to be protected from harsh and dry winds. Early frost may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant. Magnolia Black Tulip is a cross between Magnolia ‘Vulcan’ and Magnolia ’Iolanthe’. It is stunning as a specimen plant, excellent for cottage, urban, and traditional gardens. Great in beds and borders and as an informal hedge. It is suitable for growing in containers.