Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Formal unlike so many of its

unlike so many of its cousins

It is hardy and resilient to urban pollution

Often grown as a mop-head and pollarded regularly to keep size controlled

Excellent as a multi-stem specimen planted where the details of its bark and catkins can be appreciated

creating an impressive display

Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' Formal unlike so many of itsDeciduous. A compact magnolia ideal for smaller spaces. Flowering is later than for most magnolias, with the first flush appearing with the emerging leaves in May or June when danger of night frost has passed. Flowers are narrow and fluted in bud, deep purple outside, opening to reveal creamy white stained purple insides. The shrub continues to flower intermittently through the summer. Best in a fairly light, permeable soil, ideally slightly acidic.