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large-leaved cucumber tree

Also known as: great-leaved magnolia; umbrella tree

A tree for a sheltered site , this deciduous, upright but rounded tree about 10m in height with stout blue-grey stems, and very large pale green leaves, silvery-grey beneath reaching 1m in length. Scented, very large, cup-shaped, creamy-white flowers have a deep red base, and are produced in early summer.

Scientific classification

Species: large-leaved cucumber tree (Magnolia macrophylla)
Genus: Magnolia
Family: Magnoliaceae

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Toxicity: Trees
Plant type: 8-12 metres
Height: wider than 8 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of large-leaved cucumber tree

Distribution map

Southeastern USA, Mexico, Caribbean

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Culture

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Quick identification of large-leaved cucumber tree

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large-leaved cucumber tree care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Minimal pruning required, see magnolia pruning. Deciduous magnolias should only be pruned between midsummer and early autumn

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings from late spring to early summer or semi-ripe cuttings from late summer to autumn

Growing

Grow in moist but well drained neutral to acid soil in full sun or very light shade with shelter from cold winds. Late frost may damage the flower buds. For more information see magnolia cultivation advice

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