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    • Photo of Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' flower by Almost Eden

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    Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

    Also Known As

    • Magnolia liliflora 'Nigra'
    • Nigra Lily Flowered Magnolia
    • Tulip Magnolia

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 10'-12'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' plant details

    Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: magnoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: acidic

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dark purple to reddish-purple tulip-like flowers are born in late winter on bare stems as they herald the arrival of spring. Typically creates a small multi-trunked deciduous tree. Item# 3100.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' plant

    How to Grow Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • adaptable

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Width: 15'-30'

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    Zones

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    Size

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    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

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    Width: 20'-28'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    7a-8b

    Size

    Height: 18'-25'

    Width: 18'-25'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 25'-40'

    Width: 15'-25'

    • mostly sun - bright shade
    • regular
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