Magnolia 'Spectrum'

Species	:	Magnolia Spectrum
Common Name(s)	:	Magnolia
Tree Features	:	Pink Flower
Genus	:	Magnolia
Seasons of Interest	:	Spring Interest
Shape	:	Pyramidal
Mature Size	:	Medium (10-15m)
Soil Type	:	Moist Soil
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses	:	Small Gardens,Sheltered Sites,Garden,Parkland Trees

This Magnolia was bred in the US National Arboretum in 1963 and is a cross between Magnolia lilliflora and Magnolia sprengeri ‘Diva’.

It is a seedling sister of ‘Galaxy.’

A medium sized tree of conical habit formed by its ascending branches that broadens at maturity.

A great choice for gardens or parks, it produces most attractive, dark purple, tulip-shaped flowers, which are lightly scented.

Flowers emerge before the foliage.

It does best on moist, but free-draining, fertile soils and in sheltered or partially shaded positions.

Mature height: 10-15m

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