Magnolia grandiflora 'Exmouth'Exmouth Magnolia

The Magnolia grandiflora ‘Exmouth’, or Exmouth Magnolia, is a magnificent evergreen tree prized for its large, glossy green leaves with bronze undersides and its fragrant, creamy-white flowers. Blooming in summer, the flowers can reach up to 30 cm in diameter, creating a striking focal point in gardens and landscapes. With its upright, symmetrical growth habit, the Exmouth Magnolia grows to 8–12 meters tall, making it ideal as a feature tree, shade tree, or for avenue planting.

Low-maintenance and robust, this iconic tree is perfect for adding elegance and year-round greenery to formal and informal gardens alike.

المواصفات

• Height8–12 meters
• Width4–6 meters
• Native toUSA (species origin)
• FoliageGlossy green leaves with bronze undersides; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

الظروف

• SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate and subtropical regions

خصائص إضافية

• FlowersLarge, creamy-white, fragrant blooms in summer, up to 30 cm wide
• FormUpright, symmetrical growth with a dense canopy
• UsesIdeal for feature planting, shade, or avenue planting in large gardens
• SpacingPlant 4–6 meters apart for standalone displays or avenue plantings
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove dead wood as needed
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and resilient
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in low-water gardens once established
• Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage paired with seasonal flowers
• VersatilityComplements formal, cottage, and contemporary garden styles

The Exmouth Magnolia is a stunning and versatile tree, perfect for creating shade, seasonal beauty, and a timeless presence in any garden or landscape.