4 litre plant pots Magnolia Susan 4 Litre Pot 40/60cm — Grasslands Nursery

4 litre plant pots Magnolia Susan 4 Litre Pot 40/60cm — Grasslands NurseryMagnolia Susan 4 Litre Pot 40 60cm Compact Magnolia with Striking Purple Red Blooms Magnolia Susan is a compact, deciduous magnolia prized for its fragrant, tulip shaped flowers in rich purple red tones. Supplied here in a handy 4 litre pot at 40 60cm tall, its the perfect size for planting straight into borders or containers, ready to establish and flourish. Seasonal Beauty & Colour Spring: Deep purple red buds open into elegant blooms before foliage

Magnolia ‘Susan’ 4 Litre Pot 40/60cm – Compact Magnolia with Striking Purple-Red Blooms

Magnolia ‘Susan’ is a compact, deciduous magnolia prized for its fragrant, tulip-shaped flowers in rich purple-red tones. Supplied here in a handy 4 litre pot at 40/60cm tall, it’s the perfect size for planting straight into borders or containers, ready to establish and flourish.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

• Spring: Deep purple-red buds open into elegant blooms before foliage appears, filling the garden with seasonal drama.
  
• Summer: Fresh green leaves provide texture and a lush canopy.
  
• Autumn: Leaves turn warm tones before falling.
  
• Winter: Bare branches give a sculptural, architectural presence.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Typically 2.5 – 4m tall with a similar spread at maturity

• Foliage: Glossy, ovate, mid-green leaves.

• Habit: Upright and compact, excellent for smaller gardens.

Perfect For

• Adding spring colour to smaller gardens
• Borders, courtyards, or patios
• Pollinator-friendly cottage or wildlife planting

Planting & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade in a sheltered spot.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained; best in neutral to slightly acidic soils.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Maintenance: Minimal pruning, only to remove damaged or crossing branches after flowering.

Why Choose Magnolia ‘Susan’?

• Compact size – ideal for small gardens
• Vibrant purple-red flowers with fragrance
• Long-lasting seasonal interest
• Easy-care and hardy

Companion Planting Ideas

• Underplant with spring bulbs such as snowdrops or tulips.

• Combine with azaleas or camellias for an acid-loving border.

• Pair with evergreen shrubs or ornamental grasses for structure.

Magnolia ‘Susan’ 4 Litre Pot 40/60cm is the ideal way to introduce this stunning magnolia into your garden, offering manageable size, fragrant purple-red blooms, and reliable growth with minimal maintenance.