Magnolia x wieseneri (Wiesner's Magnolia)
Botanical Information
Family | Magnoliaceae |
Genus | Magnolia |
Species | x wieseneri |
Synonyms | Magnolia x watsonii |
Category | Woody |
Type | Tree (deciduous) |
Origin | The genus Magnolia is named after Pierre Magnol, a French botanist who lived from 1638 to 1715. A hybrid cross between M. obovata and M. sieboldii. |
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Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6 |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H6 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | June, July |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Quite rare in cultivation with smaller flowers and smaller, narrower leaves than M. sinensis for which it sometimes may be confused. |
Cultivation | Grow in partial shade. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Flower Description | Saucer-shaped white flowers with crimson stamens. |