Magnolia x denudata Sunrise

The biennially bearing Magnolia denudata 'Sunrise' is more of a bush than a tree due to its modest size, which does not exceed 2 meters (7 feet) in height. This new cultivar of Chinese origin is unique in its flowering: its calyx-shaped flowers display an elegant cream white color and are triangular with a fuchsia base. A fine line of the same color rises to the top of the petals. Very graceful, this ornamental bush with a compact habit can be grown in a pot.

This Magnolia, belonging to the family of magnoliaceae, is a recent Chinese cultivar, quite similar to Magnolia 'Green Diamond'. The shrub has a compact and more rounded habit than the typical species, and it is rather of modest size for a Magnolia, as it reaches a height of 2 to 3 meters (7 to 10 feet) at maturity. However, like all Magnolias, it is unique in its flowering, which occurs before the foliage emerges in April-May. Its tulip-shaped flowers are beautifully marked with a triangular cut that oscillates between fuchsia and lilac.

Having its origins in China, this Magnolia is perfectly hardy as it can withstand temperatures of around -15°C (5°F). An excellent ornamental shrub, it will work wonders in a small-sized garden, in a short grass meadow, where its remarkable flowering is most impressive. It can also be combined with a group of acid-loving shrubs (Rhododendrons, Camellias, Hydrangeas, Nandinas, Peonies...), for a Japanese-style garden. It is also possible to create beautiful flowering hedges along pathways, alternating this Magnolia with other cultivars (Magnolia grandiflora, Magnolia denudata...).