Name: Jane Magnolia
Brand: The Sill
SKU: FLT-MAG-JAN-23-3G
Price: 199.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Jane Magnolia Information

About

About The Jane Magnolia

Meet the Jane Magnolia: Your Garden's New Best Friend

Imagine stepping into your garden and being greeted by the vibrant purples and pinks of the Jane Magnolia. This charming addition to your outdoor space is not just a feast for the eyes; it's a low-maintenance companion that asks for little but gives so much.

Why You'll Love Jane:

Compact Beauty: Perfect for smaller gardens, Jane fits in without overwhelming your space.
Seasonal Showstopper: With blooms that burst forth in early spring, she's the signal that warmer days are ahead.
Resilient Character: Jane isn't just pretty; she's tough, shrugging off late frosts like a champ.

Easy to Grow, Easier to Adore

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, the Jane Magnolia is delightfully uncomplicated. She's adaptable to a variety of soils, and once established, she's drought resistant. This means more time enjoying your garden and less time fussing over it.

A Symphony of Color and Scent

Not only does Jane put on a spectacular color show, but her flowers also come with a subtle, sweet fragrance. It's like having your own natural aromatherapy session right in your backyard.

Invite Jane Over

Ready to add a touch of playful elegance to your garden? The Jane Magnolia is waiting to show off her colors and charm. Let her transform your garden into a place of serene beauty and simple joy.

Plant Details

Jane Magnolia Details

Mature Height:

10-15 ft.

Mature Width:

5-10 ft.

Sunlight:

Full-Part Sun

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Botanical Name:

Magnolia x 'Jane'

Grows Well In Zones:

4-8 outdoors

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, HI, OR

Growing Zones 4-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -20° F)

Care Guide

Watering Requirements

Newly planted trees need regular watering 1–2 times a week during their first growing season to build a strong root system, while established trees rarely require extra watering if planted near a water source, needing a deep soaking only once every 1–2 weeks during extended summer dry spells. Potted trees dry out quickly and may require daily watering during peak summer heat.

Sunlight Requirements

Thrives in full to partial sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and spring blooms. Tolerates light partial shade, especially in hot southern climates, but too much shade can lead to sparse flowering and leggy growth.

Humidity Requirements

'Jane' Magnolia thrives in moderate to high humidity environments, making it highly adaptable across humid temperate gardens, coastal landscapes, and southeastern regions.

Pet-Friendly Plant?

Yes, this plant is safe for homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Part of the famed "Little Girl" series of magnolias bred at the U.S. National Arboretum, 'Jane' blooms 2-4 weeks later than Star or Saucer magnolias, typically in mid-to-late spring before its leaves fully unfold. This late bloom time reliably protects its flower buds from late spring frosts. It often produces sporadic reblooms throughout summer.

When does 'Jane' Magnolia bloom?

'Jane' Magnolia is a deciduous shrub and sheds its foliage in late autumn, revealing a beautiful multi-stemmed winter silhouette before springing back to life with vibrant blooms in early spring.

Is 'Jane' Magnolia deciduous or evergreen?

'Jane' Magnolia is a deciduous shrub and sheds its foliage in late autumn, revealing a beautiful multi-stemmed winter silhouette before springing back to life with vibrant blooms in early spring.

Magnolias generally require minimal pruning. If needed to shape or remove dead wood, prune immediately after the main spring bloom finishes in late spring or early summer. Pruning in autumn or late winter will remove next spring's developing flower buds.

How and when should you prune a 'Jane' Magnolia?

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