Magnolia 'Shirazz' (Shirazz Magnolia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Cultivar | 'Shirazz' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Origin | Introduced by Vance Hooper, Brixton, New Zealand. |
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) | down to -29°C |
| Temperature (°F) | 5°F |
| Height | 3 - 5 m |
| Spread | 1.5 - 2 m |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright. |
| Landscape | Lawn specimen. |
| Propagation | By softwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Shirazz requires well-drained, acidic soil with equal moisture throughout the year. |
| Notable Specimens | Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are deciduous, large, widely obovate, and are light green. |
| Flower Description | Vibrant claret red flowers with paler interior. Scented closed tulip shape. |
Photographs
Magnolia ‘Shirazz’ form. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Magnolia ‘Shirazz’ flower. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Magnolia ‘Shirazz’ bark. Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.