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MERCURY® MAGNOLIA
Magnolia x
'NCMX1'
PP29218 Plant propagation prohibited
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Root Pouch 5 gallon
(SKU: 19283)
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Grown in Root Pouch®.
List Price $175.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 5-9 · Mature Height: 20-25 Feet · Mature Spread: 12-15 Feet
Buy Mercury® Magnolia online. Discover Mercury® Magnolia, a breathtaking late-blooming tree that captivates with its massive, fragrant lavender-pink flowers. Unlike typical Magnolia soulangiana cultivars, its deep pink buds unfurl up to a month later, cleverly evading late spring frosts to ensure a spectacular summer display. Perfect as a street or specimen tree, this magnolia's vibrant blooms and delightful fragrance create a stunning focal point, transforming any landscape into a sensory masterpiece.
Crafted through a prestigious collaboration between NC State University and Dr. Tom Ranney, J. Frank Schmidt & Son Nursery, and the late Dr. August Kehr, Mercury® Magnolia boasts a robust pyramidal form. Its strong central leader and upright branching create a graceful, enduring silhouette that remains lush and green year-round, offering a subtle burst of color even in winter. This resilient structure ensures low maintenance and long-lasting beauty, making it a standout choice for discerning homeowners and landscape designers.
Elevate your outdoor space with the unmatched elegance and reliability of Mercury® Magnolia. Its late-blooming nature and frost-resistant blooms make it a smart investment for vibrant, worry-free beauty, whether lining a boulevard or gracing a private garden. Don't miss the chance to own this exceptional tree, designed to enchant with its fragrant flowers and timeless charm season after season.
MERCURY® MAGNOLIA Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Smooth |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Low Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - Low Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Flower Color*
| • | Dark Pink |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Dark Yellow/Gold |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Tree |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Spring Flowering |
| • | Summer |
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MERCURY® MAGNOLIA Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Magnolia is easy to grow and adapts to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
Family: Magnoliaceae · Common Name: Magnolia
FREE with every plant purchased:
- The Sooner Guarantee: For details, click here!
- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
- Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
- Catalogs of new and exciting plant brands, such as Garden Debut® and Proven Winners®.
We use and recommend www.dripdepot.com for our irrigation needs, from simple to install micro and drip systems, to commercial grade irrigation parts and supplies.

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