Saucer Magnolia


Saucer Magnolia – Magnolia x soulangiana

color photo Saucer Magnolia - Magnolia x soulangiana

Saucer Magnolia, Morton Arboretum acc. 927-61*1, is 49 years old

Saucer magnolia most often grows as a multi-trunk, spreading tree but can be trained as a single growing to about 15 feet as pictured here.

Saucer magnolia makes an outstanding specimen tree in a sunny spot where it can develop a symmetrical crown.

color photo Saucer Magnolia blossoms

Its large (5 to 8 inch) white-with-pink underside flowers create an amazing floral display.

color photo Saucer Magnolia barkSaucer Magnolia, Morton Arboretum acc. 927-61*1, photos by Bruce Marlin

Family Magnoliaceae
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