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    Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei'

    Also Known As

    • Magnolia soulangeana 'Lennei'
    • Magnolia soulangiana 'Lennei'
    • Saucer Magnolia
    • Tulip Tree

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 20'-30'
    • W: 15'-20'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei' plant details

    Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: magnoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring
    Uses: fragrant, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Magnolia soulangeana 'Lennei' is a very old hybrid from Italy. One of the earliest hybrid magnolias. The 6" flowers are dark purple and are bowl shaped. Still an attractive plant after all these years.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Gardening facts about Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei' plant

    How to Grow Magnolia x soulangeana 'Lennei'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 15'-25'

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