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Also Known As

  • Magnolia x soulangiana 'San Jose'
  • Saucer Magnolia

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-25'
  • W: 15'-25'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose' plant details

Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge followed by brown, green and red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: big flowers, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the Clark Nursery in San Jose, CA. Was sent to Winterthur then went to Duncan & Davies, New Zealand and finally to us in the 90's. The large pink flowers are lovely in March.

Gardening facts about Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose' plant

How to Grow Magnolia x soulangeana 'San Jose'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
    • green
    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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