Magnolia Black Tulip ='Jurmag1'

Common name: Magnolia 'Black Tulip'

Description: This stunning modern magnolia hybrid produces some of the darkest flowers in the genus, with elegant tulip-shaped blooms in deep burgundy-purple shades that appear almost black in certain lights. The flowers emerge in mid to late spring, each bloom measuring up to 15cm tall with a sleek, contemporary form quite unlike traditional magnolias. The dark colouration creates a sophisticated, dramatic effect in the garden and the flowers carry a subtle, sweet fragrance. The blooms appear before the leaves emerge, creating maximum impact, and the flowering display continues over several weeks. Young trees begin flowering at an early age, often producing blooms within 2-3 years of planting. The compact, upright habit makes this ideal for smaller gardens or containers, and the tree remains manageable without excessive pruning. The glossy green summer foliage provides an attractive backdrop through the growing season. This is an outstanding choice for contemporary gardens, creating a bold statement, or for those seeking something distinctive and sophisticated to add drama to spring borders.

Other benefits: dark dramatic flowers, flowers at young age, compact habit, sweetly fragrant, ideal for smaller gardens, contemporary appeal, excellent in containers

Wildlife attraction: bees, early pollinators

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 3m x 2m

Position: full sun to partial shade; benefits from shelter from cold winds and late frosts

Soil pH: prefers neutral to acidic conditions; tolerates slightly alkaline soils

Moisture: moderate watering required; prefers consistently moist but well-drained soil; benefits from mulching

Winter hardiness: hardy to -15°C