Magnolia denudata Double Diamond

The Magnolia denudata 'Double Diamond' enjoys a rich, cool, slightly acidic soil without too much limestone, with constant moisture throughout the year, encouraged by a bark mulch. It appreciates full sun or semi-shade exposure in a sheltered situation, protected from violent and dry winds to prolong its flowering. As it is averse to disturbance, its location must be well thought out and it should not be planted too deep. The fragile and shallow roots leave little room for vegetation under the branches. Only a few shallow root perennial groundcover or small spring bulbs can suitably complete the display, while helping to maintain the constant moisture that the Magnolia denudata Double Diamond needs. A hole allowing for 80 cm (31.5 in) on all sides and as deep should be planned, with an addition of peat and compost. Take great care when placing it in the hole, so as not to break the roots which are fleshy, but quite fragile.Water immediately with non-limestone water (rain water) to allow the soil to settle around the roots. During the first year of planting, the Magnolia will require weekly watering. It will welcome a supplement once a year in spring. If planting in limestone soil, it will be necessary to replace your soil with peat, pine bark, leaf compost, and heath soil.