Magnolia Leonard Messel

Magnolia kobus var. loebneri ‘Leonard Messel’

 

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Description

This beautiful hybrid magnolia originated as a chance cross between Magnolia kobus and Magnolia stellata ‘Rosea’ in Sussex, England. The fragrant 12-15 petaled flowers are 4-6″ across and fuchsia-pink to purple in color. This tree was named a 1998 Cary Award Winner.

Additional information

Name

Magnolia kobus var. loebneri 'Leonard Messel'

Height

15-20'

Spread

20-25'

Shape

Upright, rounded with age

Foliage

Deep green

Fall Foliage

Insignificant

Exposure

Part Sun

Zone

5-8