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Beginner
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4m
max. spread |
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5m
max. height |
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10-20 Years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Magnolia 'George Henry Kern'
Other names: George Henry Kern star magnolia, Magnolia kobus, George Henry Kern magnolia
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Genus: Magnolia
Variety or cultivar: 'George Henry Kern' _ 'George Henry Kern' is a slow-growing, compact, hardy tree with smooth, dark green leaves and deep rose-pink buds that open to light pink flowers in spring.
Magnolia 'George Henry Kern' is: Deciduous
Flower: White, Pale-pink in Spring
Foliage: Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
Stem: Yellow-green in Spring
Fragrance: Flower
Habit: Upright
Magnolia 'George Henry Kern' (George Henry Kern magnolia) will reach a height of 5m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 Years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, City, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Low Maintenance, Containers, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation: Plant in moist, humus-rich soil. Some protection may be needed from late winter frosts.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained |
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| Soil pH: |
Acid, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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