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Woodsman

Magnolia x brooklynensis
Woodsman magnolia blossom

The flowers of Woodsman are quite unusual amongst Magnolias.  They are basically a dusky pink, but usually with a cream interior and often shades of yellow and green on the outside.

Woodsman is vigorous and fast-growing, and should reach over 5m after 10 years.

Woodsman magnolia trees for sale

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.

    Sorry we have not produced any trees of this variety this season.

    History

    This hybrid Magnolia is a cross between the species Magnolia accuminata and Magnolia lilliflora, and was raised at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens.

    Woodsman characteristics

    • Gardening skillBeginner
    • Attractive featuresAttractive flowers
    • Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
    • Height after 10 years5m-8m / 16ft-25ft
    • SunlightPrefers full sun
    • PruningNo need to prune
    • Growth rateFast
    • Site conditionsSheltered siteFree-draining site
    • Flower colourPink - light
    • Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
    • Flowering monthMay
    • Leaf colourGreen
    • Leaf/Flower sequenceLeaves and Flowers appear together
    • Country of originUnited States
    • Annual cycleDeciduous

    Similar varieties

    • See also Daybreak
      Magnolia x brooklynensis
      Daybreak
      A good choice for your first magnolia. Large fragrant pink flowers and a neat upright habit.

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