Watermelon

Magnolia

Watermelon features rich coral pink flowers - reminscent of the flesh of a watermelon. The flowers are borne on bare stems ahead of the foliage.

Watermelon flowers from a relatively young age, and the semi-double flowers are large, even by Magnolia standards, typically 15cm - 20cm across.

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All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

Watermelon was developed by Vance Hooper of New Zealand. Its parents are Caerhays Belle and Genie (also developed by Hooper).

This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 17-Sep-2022.