Magnolia x soulangeana ‘Alba Superba’ produces a legendary spring display that can be found in gardens all over the UK. This exquisite deciduous Magnolia has remained a perennial favourite over the years. Large, fragrant white goblet-shaped blooms appear flushed with purple-red just as the dark green foliage begins to unfold. This cultivar is especially useful in the garden because it maintains a shapely upright form as it develops. Height: 7m (22′). Spread: 5m (15′).
Growing Information
Plant magnolias in a sunny or semi shaded position with protection from cold winds and hard spring frosts. Magnolias prefer a rich, moist, well drained, acid to neutral soil. Incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost to improve the soil prior to planting, mixing it thoroughly and deeply. Magnolia plants establish quicker when their roots are shaded. Following planting, apply a mulch of rotted bark chips, manure or garden compost, taking care not to mound it around the stem of the plant.
When growing Magnolia soulangeana in a patio container use a blend of ericaceous compost mixed with John Innes No. 3.
