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Magnolia × loebneri 'Leonard Messel'
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Common name:
Leonard Messel Loebner magnolia
Family:
Magnoliaceae (magnolia family)
Distribution:
hybrid: selection of Magnolia kobus × M. stellata
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 4
Life form:
Deciduous tree
Comments:
A popular deciduous magnolia hybrid that originated in Sussex, England. It grows 20-30' tall with a slightly greater spread and a rounded form. It flowers late enough to survive most late frosts. The flowers are produced in April and are white with a pink back giving an overall pink effect. Makes an excellent specimen plant. Plant in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. Transplant in spring only.
Links:
Magnolia Society- Cultivar Checklist
•
Missouri Botanical Garden Kemper Center- Plant Finder
•
RHS Horticultural Database
Locations
1:
AZA: BA17
(BA17)
• Accession: D1989-0263.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
2:
LKV: CB15
(CB15)
• Accession: D1997-0520.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
3:
VVW: AX16
(AX16)
• Accession: D1997-0520.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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Individual