Magnolia sargentiana 'Blood Moon'

Magnolia sargentiana var robusta 'Blood Moon' is fairly vigorous, growing to be a medium sized deciduous tree with masses of large medium to rich pink flowers, usually before the leaves emerge in Spring. Dark green oval leaves. Upright conical habit when young, rounding once mature. Flowers are typically darker pink than the classic Magnolia sargentiana var robusta.

Best in a position sheltered from strong wind with sun or light, dappled shade.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade. Avoid east facing positions which receive early morning sunlight to reduce risk of frost damage to flowers in Spring.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: April.
• Flower Colour: Mid - dark pink
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Magnolia sargentiana var robusta 'Blood Moon'  grows to be a small or eventually medium sized tree, conical when young spreading a little once established.
  • Height: up to 10 - 12 m (32 - 40 ft)
  • Spread: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)