Saucer Magnolia Seeds - Flower Plant

Saucer Magnolia is a stunning deciduous ornamental tree prized for its large, fragrant, tulip-shaped flowers in shades of pink, rose, purple, and white. Blooming in early spring before the leaves emerge, it creates a spectacular floral display that makes it a favorite for lawns, specimen plantings, cottage gardens, and landscaped borders. With its graceful branching habit and lush green foliage that turns golden-bronze in autumn, Saucer Magnolia provides year-round ornamental appeal.

Features

• Produces large, tulip-shaped pink and white flowers
• Spectacular early spring blooms before leaf emergence
• Excellent specimen tree for landscapes and gardens
• Fragrant flowers attract bees and other early pollinators
• Attractive green foliage with beautiful fall color
• Hardy, long-lived, and easy to maintain once established
• Ideal for lawns, borders, and cottage gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Magnolia × soulangeana
• Common Name (US): Saucer Magnolia
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Flowering Tree Variety
• Growth Habit: Deciduous flowering tree or large shrub
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: Fall or early Spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: 60–180 days; seeds require warm stratification followed by 90–120 days of cold stratification at 34–41°F (1–5°C) for best germination. Keep the growing medium consistently moist.
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, moist, well-drained loamy soil that is slightly acidic to neutral
• Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment and during extended dry periods
• Mature Plant Size: 20–30 feet tall, 20–25 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 20–25 feet apart