Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia Soulangeana) 5 seeds (#811)

One of the most popular of the early flowering trees, this magnolia with cup or saucer shaped flowers. The flowers open before the leaves in April or May.
It forms a low spreading shapely tree which can reach 8m), and a similar spread but is often much less. Its popularity partly stems from the fact that it is more tolerant of less than ideal growing conditions than other magnolias.
Will perform best if planted in full sun and sheltered from cold winds. Choose a well-drained site. Dig over the soil area before planting and add plenty of humus or well-rotted compost. Dig a hole large enough to take the roots fully spread out. Add a good general purpose fertilizer such as bonemeal. Firm in well and water thoroughly.
Water regularly until well established.

Genus - Magnolia
Species - Soulangeana
Common name - Saucer Magnolia
Pre-Treatment - Required
Hardiness zones - 6 - 9
Height - 5 - 10 m
Spread - up to 5 m
Plant type - Tree
Vegetation type - Deciduous
Exposure - Full Sun
Growth rate - Slow
Soil PH - Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil type - Sandy, loamy, nutritionally poor soil
Water requirements - Average Water
Landscape uses - Parkland Tree Garden Tree Small garden Tree City/Urban Sites
Bloom season - April - May
Leaf / Flower color - Green / Pink white

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Soak the seeds in water to soften the coating. Change the water every day for 3 or 4 days. Use your fingers or rub between paper towels to wash the coating off.
2. Stratify the seeds in the refrigerator for 30-40 days in a damp medium (steriule sand, peat moss or damp paper towels) in a plastic tub or bag and then bring them out into room temp. 70 degrees F (20-22 C). Or plant them outside.
3. Once sprouted the young seedlings/trees need protection for the first couple of years from weather extremes and critters. If you're planting outside, wait until after winter.