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Growing Zones:

4-9.

Mature Height:

15-25 ft

Mature Width:

10-15 ft

Sunlight:

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Spacing:

15 ft

Growth Rate:

Moderate to Fast

Flower Color:

Deep Red to Burgundy

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AK, HI, PR

Magnolia - Vulcan (Japanese)

Magnolia × soulangeana ‘Vulcan’
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.
$62.99
SKU: MAGJVU01GH
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A Striking, Early-Blooming Magnolia with Deep Red to Burgundy Flowers

The Magnolia ‘Vulcan’ is a captivating ornamental tree admired for its dramatic, large, deep red to burgundy cup-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. This vigorous magnolia offers both bold color and architectural beauty, making it a standout specimen in any garden. Its dense, upright form and glossy green foliage provide year-round visual appeal and structure to the landscape.

Key Features:

• Show-Stopping Flowers: Produces large, deep red to burgundy blossoms in early spring, creating a bold and elegant display.
• Vigorous and Hardy: Thrives in a variety of climates and soil conditions, offering reliable performance and long-lasting beauty.
• Architectural Form: Upright branching habit with dense foliage adds interest throughout the growing season.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.
• Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract pollinators, and dense foliage provides shelter for birds.

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–25 feet
• Spread: 10–15 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones: 4–9

Chill Hours:

• N/A (adaptable to a wide range of temperate climates)

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and leaf health.
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil is ideal. Enriching soil with organic matter enhances performance.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; mature trees tolerate short dry periods but benefit from supplemental watering.
• Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain form and remove any dead or damaged wood.

Landscape Uses:

• Ideal as a specimen tree for gardens, yards, and parks.
• Perfect for dramatic early-spring color in mixed borders or as a focal point.
• Enhances architectural landscape design with upright branching and dense foliage.
• Provides habitat and interest for pollinators and birds.

The Magnolia ‘Vulcan’ is a bold and elegant addition to any landscape, offering striking early-season blooms, a commanding presence, and low-maintenance beauty. Its vigorous habit, rich flower color, and year-round foliage make it a top choice for gardeners seeking a show-stopping ornamental magnolia.
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How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Japanese magnolias should be planted in fertile, well-drained soil. Magnolias prefer slightly acidic soil and do not tolerate overly wet ground in the root zone. You can plant them in either in full sun or partial shade. Once planted, make a 2 foot wide, 2" deep circle around the tree with mulch, but leave a 3-4” space between the mulch and the trunk. At the beginning of cold weather, add 2 more inches of mulch for a total of 4", this will help prevent the plants roots from freezing. If the tree is young or you are using it as a shrub, it is recommended to cover the plant during cold weather. Apply an 8-8-8 nitrogen, potassium slow-release fertilizer in late winter before new growth starts at a rate of one pound per 100 square feet of planted area. Do not fertilize until after the tree is well established in its new home. Water once a week with a deep watering until tree is established. While Japanese Magnolias can be pruned to shape while young, you should refrain from pruning mature Japanese Magnolias.

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