Magnolia Ann

Ann Magnolia is a compact deciduous magnolia with rich purple-red, tulip-shaped flowers that open before the leaves in spring. It blooms later than many early magnolias, which can help its flowers avoid some late cold snaps, and established plants may produce a light repeat bloom in summer. Its rounded, multi-stemmed form works beautifully as a specimen, near a patio, in a mixed border, or as a flowering screen. Available for local pickup from Towns Edge Nursery.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Magnolia 'Ann'
• Light: Full sun to part shade; afternoon shade is helpful in hot climates
• USDA zones: 4-9
• Mature size: About 8-12 ft tall x 8-12 ft wide
• Foliage: Deciduous; green leaves with yellow fall color possible
• Flowers or feature: Lightly fragrant purple-red, cup-shaped flowers
• Bloom season: Mid to late spring, with occasional summer rebloom
• Water: Average; prefers moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil
• Growth habit: Compact, multi-stemmed and rounded
• Landscape uses: Specimen, mixed border, patio accent, flowering screen, small garden
• Deer tolerance: Young plants may be browsed by deer

South Carolina garden note: In Zone 8b, morning sun with light afternoon shade helps protect foliage and shallow roots from intense summer heat.

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil, pruning and care. Availability changes with nursery inventory.