Magnolia Alexandrina

Common Name:
Alexandrina Magnolia

Description:
Magnolia × soulangeana ‘Alexandrina’ is a stunning deciduous magnolia variety known for its large, cup-shaped flowers with deep pink to purple exteriors and soft white interiors. Blooming in early to mid-spring before the foliage emerges, its blossoms create a dramatic and elegant display. This hardy hybrid is well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, thriving in well-drained, slightly acidic soils with full sun to part shade. With its graceful, spreading habit and lush green summer foliage that turns golden in autumn, Alexandrina makes an excellent feature tree, adding year-round beauty to gardens and landscapes.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–6m
• Width: 3–5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Deep Pink to Purple (exterior)
• White (interior)

Key Attributes:

• Deciduous
• Architectural / Feature tree
• Suitable for Small to Medium Gardens
• Seasonal Interest with Flowers and Autumn Foliage
• Frost Tolerant
• Attracts Pollinators

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) for seasonal colour contrast
• Camellia sasanqua for a complementary flowering sequence
• Hosta for shade-loving underplanting
• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grass) for textural contrast