This is a particularly hardy variety which has a more upright habit than most. The handsome leaves are narrow and light green, but without as many reddish brown hairs underneath. Large, cup-shaped, cream white blooms are produced from late summer to early autumn, and it will produce flowers when young. Like all other bull bays, it can tolerate most soils but needs protection from the wind.
How to care for Magnolia grandiflora Exmouth:
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in spring. The best time to plant is in April, adding plenty of well-rotted compost to the planting hole, in a sheltered spot. Mulch in spring with manure and leaf mould, especially on dry soils.
Eventual height:
12m
Eventual spread:
8m
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant