Magnolia 'Ricki'

RHS Plant Profile
magnolia 'Ricki'

Synonyms

Magnolia (_liliiflora_ × _stellata_ 'Ricki')
Magnolia stellata 'Ricki'

Shrubs

An upright, deciduous shrub to 4m high, with light green, oval leaves that turn yellow, bronze and red in the autumn. Purple-pink buds appear in spring, slightly before the foliage, and slightly later than other cultivars, which can be an advantage if there are late frosts. Buds open to upright, goblet-shaped flowers, deep pink at the base with a pale pink interior.

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

2.5-4 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Magnoliaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Magnolia can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs, with large, showy, often fragrant flowers, often opening before the leaves, and sometimes followed by colourful cone-like fruit
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grows best in moist, well-drained acidic soils, with shelter from strong winds

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects

Diseases

May be susceptible to coral spot