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Magnolia

'Shirazz'


Shirazz Magnolia




Origin:  Introduced by Vance Hooper, Brixton, New Zealand.
Family
Magnoliaceae
Genus
Magnolia
Cultivar
'Shirazz'
Category
Woody
Type
Tree (deciduous)
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9
Canadian Hardiness Zone
6
RHS Hardiness Zone
H3 - H7
Temperature (°C)
down to -29°C
Temperature (°F)
5°F
Height
3 - 5 m
Spread
1.5 - 2 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MarchApril
Landscape
Lawn specimen.
Cultivation
Shirazz requires well-drained, acidic soil with equal moisture throughout the year.
Shape
Upright.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Leaves are deciduous, large, widely obovate, and are light green.
Flower Description
Vibrant claret red flowers with paler interior. Scented closed tulip shape.
Notable Specimens
Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Propagation
By softwood cuttings.
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