Fact Sheet
Introduction
Bred in New Zealand by leading Magnolia breeders, Felix and Mark Jury, Black Tulip® magnolia is a stunning new addition to Magnolia collections.
This woody tree is ideal for general plantings and grows well in most climates, tolerating all but the coldest temperatures; it performs best in the sun and enjoys protection from strong winds.
Black Tulip magnolia produces magnificent, 6 inch black-purple, goblet-shaped flowers almost tulip like, in early Spring.
Black Tulip magnolia is an upright smaller tree growing to a height of 25 ft, suitable for smaller gardens or featured in larger landscape plantings.
Key Features
- Superb, goblet-shaped blooms up to 6 inches across
- Stunning black-purple color
- Quick to flower - flowers within the first few seasons
- Smaller-growing tree, compact enough for most gardens
- Pruning is generally not necessary, except for early training of the plant
- Grows well in most climates
Suggested Uses
General garden / landscape plant.
Growth Habit
Deciduous upright tree.
Flower Size
Goblet-shaped flowers up to 6 inches across.
Mature Height
Up to 25 ft.
Mature Width
10 to 15 feet wide
Hardiness
Cold hardy, hardy in USDA Zone 5.
Flowering Period
Flowers before leaves are produced in early Spring.
Number Of Flowers
Hundreds of flowers on a mature tree.
Flower Color
Black-purple colored blooms.
Foliage
Dark green leaves 6 inches x 4 inches.
Pruning/Pinching
Pruning is unnecessary, however, crossed or competing branches can be removed while the plant is young to improve its shape
Light Needs
Full sun.
Water Needs
Average water requirements for medium to large tree.
Fertilizer
Apply 1 to 4 handfuls, controlled release fertilizer (20:12:16) in Spring.
Disease Tolerance
No particular disease problems.
Pest Issues
No particular pest problems.
Special Care
None
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