Magnolia liliflora 'Nigra'

Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' is a sleek variety with an upright, shrubby habit that is ideal for smaller gardens. This magnificent Magnolia has received the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit. The narrow, tulip-shaped flowers, which bloom in late spring, are deep reddish-purple with paler pink interiors. The deciduous, dark green foliage provides a lovely backdrop for the plant's dramatic blooms, which appear intermittently from spring to autumn. Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' is an attractive specimen shrub for woodland edges, cottage gardens, and low-maintenance planting schemes. Height: 4m (13?). Spread: 2.5m (8?).