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Magnolia 'Manchu Fan'

Also Known As

  • Magnolia macrophylla 'Manchu Fan'
  • Manchu Fan Umbrella Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Magnolia 'Manchu Fan' plant details

Magnolia 'Manchu Fan' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Manchu Fan'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Manchu Fan'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Gresham hybrid has large white flowers. The tepals are broad with a light purple blush.
Exotic-looking, each white "petal" of these fragrant early spring flowers has a brilliant rose-magenta flame shooting up from the base; a M.soulangea 'Lennei' x M.veitchii hybrid, this small 20' tree got to 8'x 5' in 10 years. SUN/Med

Gardening facts about Magnolia 'Manchu Fan' plant

How to Grow Magnolia 'Manchu Fan'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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