Magnolia soul. Satisfaction

Magnolia × soulangeana 'Satisfaction' is a compact, deciduous magnolia prized for its showy, tulip-shaped spring blooms, typically carried on bare branches before or as the new leaves emerge. Flowers are bicoloured, with rich pink to purple tones on the outside and white within, providing a striking display in April and May. Grow in sun or light shade in a sheltered spot, in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil that is neutral to acid; avoid very chalky ground. Minimal pruning is needed beyond removing dead or crossing shoots after flowering; mulch annually to conserve moisture and promote steady growth, making it an excellent small specimen for gardens.

To help give a clear sense of scale, the stone wall shown in our photos measures approximately 265cm in height. We also use familiar garden tools as visual references: a digging fork (110cm tall) and a hand fork (30cm tall). These are included purely as size guides to help you better judge proportions when viewing the images.

Position: Sun or light shade

Rate of Growth: Medium

Soil: Moist but well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to acid soil; avoid very chalky ground

Hardiness: Fully hardy

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