Magnolia 'Ricki' Shade Prune 1-2 times a year

Prune 1-2 times a year to retain shape

The smooth grey branches with their numerous twists

fragrant large pear-shaped fruits ready in Oct

the branches are smothered in white flowers with exceptionally large bracts (10cm across)

creating a interesting contrast

Magnolia 'Ricki' Shade Prune 1-2 times a yearPart of the 'Little Girl Series' (like 'Susan'), 'Ricki' is a very hardy magnolia, flowering later than most, reducing the chance of frost damage. Purple pink, goblet shaped blooms, pale pink within, unfold in April to May followed by light green leaves turning yellow, bronze and red in autumn. Needs acidic to neutral, well drained soil and shelter. H6