Magnolia grandiflora Gallissonniere

Note: our instant-size Magnolia grandiflora Galissonniere trees are approx. 4.5m tall.

Magnolia grandiflora Galissonniere, also known as Southern Magnolia, is a fantastic, profusely flowering, evergreen tree.

The foliage of this evergreen beauty is quite remarkable; being dark green and leathery with a brown underside creates an interesting contrast. The stunning flowers bear a light fragrance and appear in mid to late summer and remain until early autumn.

This variety tends to be selected over the species as it produces a more showy display of flowers. Magnolia grandiflora Galissonniere was introduced from the USA in 1734 and is well known in its native lands of North Carolina, Florida, Arkansas and Texas.

This typically medium-sized tree, with a round-headed canopy, can grow quite large when provided with full sun and a sheltered location. With the gradual increase in warmer weather across Southern England, this evergreen species has thrived remarkably well in the southern regions of the country.

The Southern Magnolia prefers a rich, fertile soil and as such will tolerate a little lime in the soil.

This super medium to large tree is a great choice for screening above a fence line and makes a superb feature specimen for planting in a garden or large parkland.

Mature height: 7-12m