Alba Supra saucer magnolia
Magnolia soulangeana 'Alba Supra'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size20 to 25 feet tall10 to 25 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White, pinkish purple
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
Garden uses
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'Alba Supra' saucer magnolia (Magnolia soulangeana 'Alba Supra') is a tree for borders, cottage gardens, and use as a specimen. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. Large white blooms with a pinkish purple base open in early to late spring. The flowers are fragrant, and bees and birds visit the tree.
Pairs well with Bloodgood Japanese maple, Autumn fern, Liberty hosta, and Ornamental onion.