Magnolias 'Sayonara' (Magnolia 'Sayonara')

Magnolias 'Sayonara'

Magnolias 'Sayonara' produces multitudes of goblet-shaped, pure white flowers that grow up to 10 cm across. Hybridized from 'Lennei Alba' × veitchii, this cultivar was named after the Japanese word meaning "goodbye" due to its white blooms, appearing as little souls. Magnolias 'Sayonara' is beloved for its long blooming period, distinctive flowers, and ease of care.

Scientific classification

Magnolias, nutmegs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree, Shrub

Plant Type

8 m

Plant Height

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Magnolias 'Sayonara'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Magnolias 'Sayonara' requires watering immediately after planting and again after 3 and 5 days. Established plants need minimal watering, absorbing moisture from the soil. In hot seasons, water lightly in the morning and evening; it is not necessary in other seasons.

Fertilize: Apply organic fertilizer rich in nitrogen, like dried-blood meal, at the base of magnolias 'Sayonara' in spring to support leaf development. Later in the year, especially after heavy rain, a lighter feed with potassium, like potash, can be applied in fall before dormancy.

Pruning: Magnolias 'Sayonara' features large, fragrant blooms and glossy leaves. Prune in early spring to remove dead or crossing branches, enhancing air circulation and aesthetics. Avoid heavy pruning; use thinning cuts for shape maintenance. This practice promotes healthier growth and abundant flowering. Consult guides for tailored techniques.

Propagation: Magnolias 'Sayonara' can be grown from seed, though seeds are difficult to acquire. Collect fresh seed pods in early fall, soak seeds overnight, and chill for up to three months. Seedlings emerge after 10-15 years. Propagation can also occur via layering or softwood/semi-ripe cuttings.

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