Magnolia 'Como Gardens'

Common Name:
Magnolia 'Como Gardens'

Description:
Magnolia 'Como Gardens' is a breathtaking deciduous magnolia renowned for its large, perfumed pink and white flowers that bloom in early to mid-spring. Named after the historic Como Gardens estate in Victoria, this cultivar produces stunning, goblet-shaped blooms with deep pink outer petals that fade softly to white within, creating a striking bi-colour effect. The blooms emerge on bare branches, making a dramatic impact before the foliage appears. Its leaves are broad and rich green, turning golden yellow in autumn. Ideal for use as a feature tree, it thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring a sunny to partly shaded position in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. 'Como Gardens' grows with an upright, branching habit and is perfect for adding seasonal elegance and fragrance to both formal and informal landscapes.

Form:
Tree – Small
Tree – Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 4–6 m
Width: 3–4 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Early Spring
Flowers in Mid Spring

Flower Colour:
Pink (deep pink outer petals)
White (inner petals)

Key Attributes:
Scented Flowers
Spectacular Flower Display
Deciduous
Cold Hardy
Suitable for Feature Planting
Suitable for Small to Medium Gardens
Low Maintenance
Perennial

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:
Cornus florida 'Cherokee Chief'
Camellia japonica
Helleborus x hybridus
Liriope muscari
Acer palmatum