Magnolia x 'J. C. Williams'
£38.00
A delightful and rare hybrid Magnolia which flowers well as a young plant and has rich purple-red, cup shaped flowers which appear nearly black on opening when viewed from a distance.
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A delightful and rare hybrid Magnolia which flowers well as a young plant and has rich purple-red, cup shaped flowers which appear nearly black on opening when viewed from a distance. Magnolia x 'J. C. Williams' grows to be a branching small garden tree and gives spectacular spring interest when it flowers.
- Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
- Soil: Well drained, fertile soils.
- Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Magnolia x 'J. C. Williams' appreciates shelter from strong winds.
- Flowering Period: March - April.
- Rate of Growth: Moderate.
- Habit: Small tree with a strong upright habit.
- Height: up to 8 m (26 ft)
- Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
- Notes: We have found that although hardy, Magnolia x 'J. C. Williams' is best planted in an area which does not receive early morning sunlight in spring, as this combined with a frost can cause damage to the flowers. This Magnolia is a cross between Magnolia campbellii and Magnolia sargentiana var. robusta.
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Data sheet
- How Much Sun
- Full Sun, Light Shade
- Eventual Size
- Tree - Small, Tree - Medium
- Growing Conditions
- Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy
- Special Features
- Flowers in Spring, Rare and Unusual
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A delightful and rare hybrid Magnolia which flowers well as a young plant and has rich purple-red, cup shaped flowers which appear nearly black on opening when viewed from a distance.