One of the darkest purple Magnolias, ‘Black Tulip’ is an elegant deciduous shrub or small tree with fragrant, deep burgundy, tulip-shaped flowers. Blooming in early spring before the foliage emerges, the magnificent, goblet-shaped blossoms are opulent, large, 6 in. across (15 cm), heavily-textured and create one of the most beautiful sights when in bloom. This Magnolia flowers over a long period and may experience a second flush of blooms in midsummer if temperatures are kept cool and moisture is adequate. The foliage of obovate leaves is dark green and up to 8 in. in length (20 cm). ‘Black Tulip’ makes an excellent small specimen tree, can be topped to form a hedge, and works well in large containers. Bred in New Zealand, this hybrid Magnolia is the result of a cross between Magnolia ‘Vulcan’ and Magnolia ‘Iolanthe’.
Magnolia belongs to the Magnoliaceae family, which includes several popular species such as the Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora), Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata), Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia × soulangeana), and Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana).
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Magnoliaceae |
Genus | Magnolia |
Common names | Magnolia |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early) |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 6' - 10' (180cm - 3m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Magnoliaceae |
Genus | Magnolia |
Common names | Magnolia |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early) |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 6' - 10' (180cm - 3m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
How many Magnolia ‘Black Tulip’ do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Magnolia ‘Black Tulip’ | N/A | Buy Plants |
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