Magnolia Caerhays Belle

Common Name:
Caerhays Belle Magnolia

Description:
Magnolia ‘Caerhays Belle’ is a magnificent deciduous magnolia hybrid, renowned for its enormous, cup-shaped blooms in rich rose-pink hues. Flowering in late winter to early spring, the impressive blossoms can reach up to 30cm in diameter, creating a dramatic display before the foliage emerges. This fast-growing tree has a broad, spreading habit with lush green summer leaves that turn golden in autumn. Thriving in well-drained, slightly acidic soils, Caerhays Belle performs best in full sun to part shade and is highly frost-tolerant. Ideal as a specimen tree, it brings striking seasonal interest to large gardens and parklands.

Form:

• Tree - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 6–10m
• Width: 4–6m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Rich Rose-Pink

Key Attributes:

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

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) for contrasting seasonal colour
• Camellia sasanqua for complementary flowering in autumn and winter
• Hosta for shade-loving underplanting
• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grass) for soft textural contrast