Scientific Name
Magnolia delavayi Franch.
Common Name(s)
Delavay's Magnolia, Chinese Evergreen Magnolia
Synonym(s)
Lirianthe delavayi, Manglietia delavayi, Magnolia carpunii
Scientific Classification
Family: Magnoliaceae
Subfamily: Magnolioideae
Genus: Magnolia
Flower
Color: Creamy-white
Bloom Time: Summer
Description
Magnolia delavayi is a large rounded evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 45 feet (15 m) tall. Leaves are broad, leathery, and up to 14 inches (35 cm) long. Flowers are fragrant, cup-shaped, creamy-white, and up to 8 inches (20 cm) across.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zone 8a to 9b: from 10 °F (−12.2 °C)) to 30 °F (−1.1 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Although different species of Magnolia can tolerate slightly different conditions. In general, they will do best with slightly acidic, moist, loose, well-draining soil. To mimic Magnolia's natural conditions, amend heavy soil with peat moss and compost. Grow best in Zones 7-10, depending on variety, with a few cultivars hardy to zone 5. Full sun to partial shade. Moist, peaty soil can help Magnolias tolerate full sun. If you're pushing the limits of cold tolerance, avoid planting Magnolias in southern exposure since the leaves can be damaged by the winter sun, and flowers may open prematurely. Magnolias benefit from irrigation in the first few years, and then they are tolerant of moderate drought.
They need room to grow to their full mature size and width. So while looking small when first planted, they'll grow to fill up space over time.
Some Magnolia varieties don't bloom until 15 years old, so be sure to choose one that fits your needs and expectations. Grafted plants (rather than seed-grown) bloom sooner.
See more at: How to Grow and Care for Magnolias.
Origin
This species is native to southern China.
Links
- Back to genus Magnolia
- Plantpedia: Browse flowering plants by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, or Origin
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