Shoppers looking to decorate their garden with a stunning array of beautifully coloured flowers that bloom twice a year can currently pick up a magnolia tree for under £5
Magnolia trees are a firm favourite in outdoor spaces across the UK. They are beloved for their vibrant display of colour and masses of tulip-shaped flowers that appear in a cloud-like bouquet twice a year. The flowers give way to bold green leaves that remain throughout the summer.
If you’ve been wanting to elevate your garden with the iconic twice-flowering tree, but have worried it would make a dent in your wallet, look no further. Thanks to Gardening Express’ end-of-season sale, shoppers can currently pick up a popular magnolia variety for the massively reduced price of £3.99. But you’ll need to act fast, as there’s no telling how long stocks will last.
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This sale, which has slashed the price of Gardening Express’ lost label stock, is highly coveted due to the varieties it contains. These magnolias are best known and favoured for blooming twice a year—in Spring and late summer. These plants are not only robust but also low maintenance, producing an abundance of beautiful flowers.
With little care required, these trees are perfect for everyone, from gardening novices to green-thumbed experts, as magnolias are quite content to be left to grow without supervision.
The large goblet-shaped flowers, measuring 15-20cms (6-7inches), are truly a sight to behold. They grow on sturdy, compact shrubs or small trees, typically reaching heights of 2-3 metres (6-10ft) over time. If left unpruned, they can even double this height over a couple of decades.
Fresh from the cold store, these bare-root trees are around 100-150cms (3-5ft tall). They’re perfect to plant and establish this summer, with the potential to flower as early as next spring. They are ready to be planted upon arrival, whether you’re adding them to a garden border or keeping them in a decorative planter on the patio.
It is worth noting, however, that due to a mix-up with Gardening Express’ supplier, they’re unsure about the colours—shoppers who purchase a magnolia from this lucky dip could find any of the shades pictured or even something slightly different.
If you’d prefer to shop elsewhere, or are happy skipping out on the £3.99 bargain price tag, take a look at this Magnolia Soulangeana, which is currently up for grabs on Amazon for an affordable £21.99. Or, you can find the same specimen at YouGarden for the reduced price of £19.99. Or, Gardening Express also stocks a Magnolia Soulangeana, which is selling for an affordable £17.95.