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Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree

Magnolia X Soulangeana

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Overview

The Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia x soulangeana) is a hybrid flowering tree prominent for its early spring display of pink-purple blossoms resembling saucers, which give way to broad, green leaves. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, this deciduous beauty reaches 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 25 feet at maturity. Its compact size and stunning floral show make it ideal for small gardens and focal points in landscape designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — best done after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's buds; additionally, sheltering, image 87

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Magnoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — this specimen boasts a broad
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — tree for full or half; best done after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's buds
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — spreading form typically reaching 20 to 25 feet in height with a similar crown width, image 76
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — A cross between Magnolia denudata and Magnolia liliiflora
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — spreading form typically reaching 20 to 25 feet in height with a similar crown width, image 40
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — this specimen boasts a broad; tree for full or half, image 111
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — It's important to provide adequate space for the spread and to anticipate the moderate, image 83
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — saucer-shaped flowers that can span up to 8 inches across; primarily for shaping and, image 59
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — spreading form typically reaching 20 to 25 feet in height with a similar crown width, image 130
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — adding seasonal interest.<br><br>When designing with Saucer Magnolias in mind; the blossoms, image 99
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — Additionally, sheltering from strong winds helps protect the delicate spring blooms; adding, image 84
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — best done after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's buds; additionally, sheltering, image 105
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