Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Topiary Best in lime-free soil

Best in lime-free soil

The flesh is of a pale yellow colour

The corky bark is attractive but its main glory is in autumn when the leaves turn red

broadly-oval habit creates a handsome appearance throughout the season

Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Topiary Best in lime-free soilDeciduous. A compact magnolia ideal for smaller spaces. Flowering is later than for most magnolias, with the first flush appearing with the emerging leaves in May or June when danger of night frost has passed. Flowers are narrow and fluted in bud, deep purple outside, opening to reveal creamy white stained purple insides. The shrub continues to flower intermittently through the summer. Best in a fairly light, permeable soil, ideally slightly acidic.