Magnolia acuminata 'Blue Opal'

Prefers moist, but well drained, neutral to acid soil, but it is tolerant of chalky soils. Mulch in spring to keep the soil moist if gardening on dryer soil. Plant in full sun or light shade with shelter from cold winds. Later frost may cause damage the flowers and foliage. For more information see magnolia cultivation advice

Pruning Group 1. See magnolia pruning

Propagate by taking semi-ripe cuttings or softwood cuttings

May be susceptible to scale insects, horse chestnut scale and capsid bug damage

May be susceptible to honey fungus and coral spot