Magnolia

A vigorous magnolia developing an upright branch pattern and oval canopy in time. In late April or early May, sexy midnight-purple flowers with pale white interiors make for a dazzling display. Each upright flower is around 6” tall with petals that curl just enough to reveal the contrasting interior. Bred and introduced by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Kitchawan Research Station. Learn More

A David Leach selection that originated as a M. ‘Legend’ x M. ‘Butterflies’ cross. Plants offer luminescent pink flowers brushed with yellow. Individual blossoms are composed of 11 tepals and measure up to 7” wide. Learn More

Ashe magnolia is a fascinating small tree or large multi-stemmed shrub that is sure to impress all visitors to the garden. It is closely allied to the big leaf magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla) but tends to bloom at a dramatically younger age. In spring, the tropical looking 15-20” leaves provide a perfect backdrop for the massive 12-15” sweetly fragrant, creamy-white flowers. The overall effect is truly striking and looks like something straight out of Jurassic Park! Fist-sized, rose-pink fruit appear in fall providing additional ornamental appeal. Plants grow best in rich, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Additionally, they benefit from some frost protection early in life. 30’ Learn More

A spectacular selection of yulan magnolia with flashy, cream streaked and suffused foliage. The coloration appears to be quite stable and sun tolerant evidenced by its ability to shrug off last season’s extreme heat and drought. Certainly among the finest of the increasing number of variegated magnolia’s that have emerged on the market. Thanks go out to plantsman and friend Pat McCracken who has an amazingly keen eye for finding cool plants. Learn More

A heartwarming magnolia with unrivaled 8”, white flowers that are among the largest of any Magnolia kobus selection. Flowers are born in abundance on shrubby plants and are fragrant to boot! Learn More

A splendid Dennis Ledvina magnolia hybrid that resulted from a cross between Magnolia 'Yellow Bird’'and M. 'Caerhays Belle'. Plants are eye-catching treasures when in full bloom, sending forth masses of luxuriant 6" deep pink blossoms that awaken and enliven the spring garden. Overall, flowers are similar to the parent 'Caerhays Belle' yet much more cold tolerant. Learn More

‘Daphne’ has been promoted as the darkest yellow magnolia yet to appear on the market. We haven’t been lucky enough to see it in flower but couldn’t resist the temptation. Named and introduced by Belgium’s top magnolia breeder, Philippe de Spoelberg. Learn More

A little known magnolia that has remained about as hard to find as a chicken with teeth. Fortunately, we’ve finally managed to propagate enough to offer a few this season. So what’s the big deal you may be asking? Well, each leaf is boldly variegated with cream and white splashes providing an eye-catching and irresistible display throughout the growing season. The foliage pattern is relatively stable and holds up much better than other variegated magnolia’s in sunny exposures. If that’s not enough, plants are reported to showcase a wealth of cream blushed flowers in spring before leaf emergence. This is a truly choice plant that’s sure to create a buzz amongst crazed collectors and plant geeks. Learn More

A compact selection with saturated, clear yellow flowers that are produced from both terminal and axillary buds. Flowering begins after most fear of frost has passed and continues for up to a month. Plants mature 15’ tall and typically assume a shrub-like profile. Always in demand and one of our favorites! Learn More