YouGarden Magnolia 'Meganolia' - Pink Double Blooms - 19cm Pot
A sensational flowering shrub, Magnolia 'Meganolia' boasts colossal, 30cm wide flowers with a swee...A sensational flowering shrub, Magnolia 'Meganolia' boasts colossal, 30cm wide flowers with a sweet and uplifting fragrance. From May to July, its branches are adorned with richly scented, double blooms in a dazzling shade of pink, shaped like elegant goblets. This resilient and fully hardy shrub is known for its impressive wind resistance, maintaining its beautiful flowers even in adverse weather. The large, dark, glossy leaves provide a striking contrast, forming an upright plant that can reach approximately 5m in height and 2.5m in width, making it a commanding feature in any garden border or as a standalone specimen. For optimal growth, plant in a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil, allowing ample space for its full glory. Supplied as an established plant in a 19cm pot, ready for immediate planting.
The YouGarden Magnolia 'Meganolia' is for gardeners seeking a dramatic and fragrant floral display. Its key benefit is the production of exceptionally large, double pink blooms with a sweet scent from May to July, even in windy conditions. A potential caveat is its mature size, requiring adequate space for its full potential to be realized. This fully hardy shrub offers a commanding presence with its goblet-shaped flowers and glossy dark leaves, growing into an upright specimen.
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Model Part Number
Meganolia
Brand
YouGarden
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FAQs
How large does the Magnolia 'Meganolia' grow?
The Magnolia 'Meganolia' can reach approximately 5 meters in height and 2.5 meters in width, developing into an upright specimen.
When does the Magnolia 'Meganolia' bloom?
It blooms from May to July, offering a delightful display of pink double flowers.
Can I plant this magnolia in a windy location?
Yes, this variety is known for its impressive wind resistance and can thrive in exposed locations.
What are the ideal growing conditions?
It prefers a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Does it have a fragrance?
Yes, the flowers have a sweet and uplifting fragrance.
How should I prune this magnolia?
Minimal pruning is needed. Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter/early spring. Shape lightly immediately after flowering if necessary.
What size is the plant when it arrives?
The plant is supplied as an established specimen in a 19cm pot, ready for immediate planting.
Troubleshooting
Yellowing leaves
This could indicate poor drainage or a lack of essential nutrients. Ensure the soil is well-drained and consider a spring feed with a balanced fertilizer.
Few or no flowers
Ensure the plant is receiving adequate sunlight. Poor flowering can also be due to pruning at the wrong time (removing next year's buds) or insufficient nutrients. Adjust feeding and consider light exposure.
Leaf spot or fungal issues
Ensure good air circulation by providing adequate spacing. Remove affected leaves and practice good garden hygiene. Avoid overhead watering late in the day.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Spectacularly large and fragrant flowers.
Blooms for an extended period during late spring and early summer.
Excellent performance in windy conditions.
Striking visual appeal with glossy dark leaves.
Fully hardy and resilient for most UK gardens.
Cons
Requires significant space to reach its mature size.
As an established plant, it may require immediate planting in a suitable location.
Specific soil and sun requirements for optimal growth.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
**Planting:
Location: Choose a sunny or partially shaded position. Full sun is preferred for the most abundant flowering, but partial shade is tolerated.
Soil: Requires well-drained soil. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Spacing: Plant with ample space to accommodate its mature size, approximately 5m high and 2.5m wide. Ensure adequate room for air circulation.
Immediate Planting: Supplied in a 19cm pot, this established plant is ready for immediate planting. Water thoroughly before and after planting.
Care:
Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season, especially in dry periods, to help establish the root system. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from watering during prolonged dry spells.
Pruning: Minimal pruning is generally required. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches in late winter or early spring. Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is necessary to avoid removing next year's flower buds.
Feeding: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support growth and flowering. Mulching around the base in spring can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.