Magnolia 'Heaven Scent' Half standard tree
Magnolia 'Heaven Scent' Half standard tree
Magnolia 'Heaven Scent' Half Standard Tree
Magnolia 'Heaven Scent' is a deciduous ornamental tree grown in a half standard form, with a clear stem carrying a well-shaped head. In late spring it produces a show of soft pink, cup-shaped flowers, and as the name suggests, they carry a pleasant fragrance that makes this magnolia as enjoyable up close as it is from across the garden.
Why you'll love it
- Fragrant, pink-toned spring flowers that stand out against fresh green foliage
- Half standard form: a clear stem with a rounded crown, ideal as a lawn or border specimen
- Deciduous habit, so spring growth feels like a fresh start each year
- An elegant, upright shape that suits both formal and naturalistic planting
Growing and placement
Plant in a sheltered spot in full sun or light dappled shade with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Magnolias dislike root disturbance, so choose the planting position carefully and avoid digging around the base once the tree is established. Water well while the tree settles in, and mulch in spring to help keep the roots cool and moist.
What you receive
Your tree is prepared for dispatch from our nursery and arrives ready to plant. As a living plant, exact size and appearance vary naturally from season to season; the listing title gives the form and specification of the tree you are ordering.
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Planting Instructions
Planting instructions
Choose a sheltered position in full sun or light dappled shade with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Because magnolias dislike root disturbance, pick the final position carefully before planting and avoid digging around the base once the tree is established.
Dig a hole wider than the root ball and no deeper, so the tree sits at the same depth it was grown at. Backfill with the removed soil, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.
Water well while the tree settles in, especially in dry spells, and apply a mulch in spring to help keep the roots cool and moist. Keep the mulch a little away from the stem itself.
Size & Specification
Supplied as a half standard tree, with a clear stem carrying a well-shaped, rounded head.
As a living plant, exact height, head size and pot specification vary naturally from season to season. Please get in touch if you would like the current specification for stock available today.
Delivery & Dispatch
Your tree is prepared for dispatch from our nursery with careful packaging to protect the stem and crown in transit.
Delivery is typically within 14 to 28 days of ordering. Larger or heavier items may be delivered kerbside, so please make sure there is suitable access at the delivery address.
If you have any questions about delivery timing for your area, please get in touch before ordering and we will be happy to help.
Wildlife & Ecological Notes
Wildlife and ecological notes
Magnolia flowers are visited by pollinating insects when the tree is in bloom, and the spring display can provide an early source of interest in a wildlife-friendly garden.
As a deciduous tree, its branching crown offers shelter for garden birds and other small wildlife, and its seasonal leaf fall contributes organic matter to the soil beneath.