Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise' (Caerhays Surprise Magnolia )
Botanical Information
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Species | campbellii |
| Variety | mollicorata |
| Cultivar | 'Caerhays Surprise' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Originated at Caerhays Castle in Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5-9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3-H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -23.3- (-1.1) |
| Temperature (°F) | -10-30 |
| Height | 4-5 m |
| Spread | 5 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright and spreading habit. |
| Landscape | Commonly used as a specimen plant for its colour. |
| Propagation | Propagated from softwood cuttings, taken in the summer. |
| Cultivation | Prefers well drained, neutral to acid soils and full sun. |
| Notable Specimens | Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
| Bark/Stem Description | The bark is smooth, and greyish-tan. |
| Leaf Description | The green, oval leaves are glossy and 15-25 cm long. |
| Flower Description | The showy flowers are pink and can reach up to 25 cm in diameter. |
Photographs
Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise', form. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise', flower.
Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise', flower. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise', flower. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Magnolia campbellii var. mollicorata 'Caerhays Surprise', bark. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
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