{"product_id":"magnolia-black-tulip-half-standard","title":"Magnolia 'Black Tulip' Half Standard Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMagnolia 'Black Tulip' – Half Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the most dramatic of all flowering trees, \u003cem\u003eMagnolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Tulip' produces enormous, goblet-shaped blooms in a deep burgundy-purple — a colour so rich it appears almost black in certain light. Supplied as a half standard, this specimen has a clear stem topped with a shapely, branching crown, giving it an architectural presence that works beautifully as a lawn focal point, in a large container, or as a statement within a mixed border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose 'Black Tulip'\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptionally large, deep burgundy-purple tulip-shaped flowers in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf standard form — elegant clear stem with a structured crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlower-growing and more compact than many magnolias — ideal for smaller gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous with attractive mid-green foliage through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward of Garden Merit (AGM) — RHS recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; sheltered from late frosts to protect early blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic; avoid shallow chalk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy (RHS H5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6m over many years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal — remove dead or crossing branches after flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a sheltered spot to protect flowers from spring frosts and strong winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch generously around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid disturbing the roots once established — magnolias dislike being moved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown and dispatched from Stoneybrook Nursery. All trees are carefully packaged to arrive in excellent condition. Contact us for current sizing and availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoneybrook Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56939408032119,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/7234\/2610\/files\/magnolia-black-tulip-natural-tree.png?v=1775233797","url":"https:\/\/stoneybrooknursery.co.uk\/products\/magnolia-black-tulip-half-standard","provider":"Stoneybrook Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}