Magnolia Cylindrica

Common Name:
Cylindrical Magnolia

Description:
Magnolia cylindrica is a rare and striking deciduous magnolia, admired for its elegant, upright growth habit and distinctive, cylindrical-shaped buds that open into creamy white, tulip-like flowers. Blooming in early to mid-spring, the fragrant blossoms feature a soft pink blush at their base, creating a delicate and refined floral display. After flowering, the tree develops bright red seed pods, adding further seasonal interest. Its deep green foliage turns golden in autumn before shedding for winter. Thriving in well-drained, slightly acidic soils, Magnolia cylindrica prefers full sun to part shade and is well-suited to feature plantings in medium to large gardens.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–8m
• Width: 3–5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White with a Soft Pink Base

Key Attributes:

• Deciduous
• Architectural / Feature tree
• Seasonal Interest with Flowers, Autumn Foliage, and Decorative Seed Pods
• Suitable for Medium to Large Gardens
• Frost Tolerant
• Lightly Fragrant
• 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