Magnolia × loebneri 'Snowdrift' Flowering-Tree The pagoda tree is native

The pagoda tree is native to China but for a long time has been cultivated and naturalised in Japan

more uniform and symmetrical than A

Large panicles of creamy-white flowers emerge in June

lilac flowers

Magnolia × loebneri 'Snowdrift' Flowering-Tree The pagoda tree is nativeA hybrid of M. kobus and M. stellata, forming a small tree or large shrub, and producing a profusion of white flowers in April. 'Snowdrift' has particularly large flowers and slightly larger leaves. Flowers appear as a goblet then unfold into a star shape. Succeeds well on all types of well drained soil, including chalk. Full sun or partial shade. Very hardy.