Small Flowered Magnolia
Magnolia sieboldii 'Colossus'
Magnoliaceae
Other names
Oyama Magnolia
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Alpine Acres
Description
'Colossus' forms a large, deciduous shrub or spreading, small tree. The leaves are up to 30cm long and 15cm wide, and the flowers, up to 15cm across, appear in late spring and early into midsummer. These are strongly scented, bowl-shaped, with 10-15 white petals and a large boss of deep red stamens in the centre. The ornamental fruits turn pink in autumn
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
fragrance