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Also Known As

  • Magnolia soulangeana 'Purpleana'
  • Magnolia X SOULANGIANA 'PURPLIANA'
  • Magnolia Purpleana

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9a

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Magnolia x soulangeana 'Purpliana' plant details

Magnolia x soulangeana 'Purpliana' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring magenta and purple flowers emerge. 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 'Purpliana'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia x soulangeana 'Purpliana'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

is a soulangeana that we found in Portland 40+ years ago. Was supposed to be dwarf but it's small not dwarf. Our plant is 10'x 3'. The mid purple flowers cover the plant in March and April.

Gardening facts about Magnolia x soulangeana 'Purpliana' plant

How to Grow Magnolia x soulangeana 'Purpliana'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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