Chinese magnolia
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M. sieboldii subsp. sinensis is a spreading large deciduous shrub with dark green, ovate leaves, greyish beneath, and cup-shaped fragrant white flowers 10cm across, with prominent crimson stamens
Scientific classification
- Species
- Chinese magnolia (Magnolia sieboldii subsp. sinensis)
- Genus
- Magnolia
- Family
- Magnoliaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- wider than 8 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Chinese magnolia
Distribution map
W. China
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Chinese magnolia
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Chinese magnolia care guide
- Deep moderate watering, retain mild soil moisture all year long
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Deep moderate watering, retain mild soil moisture all year long
Fertilizing
FertilizingMagnolia woody plant feed twice yearly spring and mid summer
Pruning
PruningMagnolia pruning should be carried out in midsummer when in full leaf
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, semi-hardwood and softwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in moisture-retentive, well-drained neutral to acid soil in sun or part shade with shelter from cold winds. Will grow in moist alkaline soils. Further magnolia cultivation advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to coral spot, phytophthora, grey moulds, honey fungus, a virus or fungal leaf spot
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects, horse chestnut scale and capsid bug
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