The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rustica Rubra Magnolia is in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
Rustica Rubra Magnolia
Magnolia x soulangeana 'Rustica Rubra'
Rustica Rubra Magnolia is a spectacular deciduous species suited for larger garden and park settings. Boasting long-lasting deep pink, upright-cupped flowers, this Magnolia is distinctively beautiful and eye-catching. Its huge petals have a large velvet interior, perfect to attract beneficial pollinators. Its broad shape provides ample shade and its evergreen foliage is a great year-round feature. Rustica Rubra Magnolia is finally rot and disease-free, making it perfect for a drought-prone area. It is also highly adaptable to different soil types. All in all, Rustica Rubra Magnolia is an excellent choice of plant for the budding gardener and an amazing addition to the garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Showy, White, Pink Flowers In Spring
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Fruits:
Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Rustica Rubra Magnolia should be watered once a week, providing 1-2 inches of water per session. Water should be evenly distributed around the plant, taking care not to wet the foliage. Periodically check the soil moisture to ensure the Magnolia is not dry and thirsty. During periods of extreme heat, it may require more frequent watering. In the cooler months, less water may be needed.
sunlight
Rustica Rubra Magnolia, commonly known as the Saucer Magnolia, is best suited to full sun, which provides 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. If grown in partial shade, the tree will not develop as vigorously, but it will still grow and flower. It is best to place it in an area that gets morning sun and afternoon shade, particularly during the hottest parts of the day. In winter, the amount of sunlight needed should be reduced to 3 to 4 hours per day.
pruning
Rustica Rubra Magnolia should be pruned when it is dormant, typically in late winter or early spring. Prune it to shape the canopy and selectively remove any weak, dead or diseased branches. It can also be pruned to remove any crossing branches which can weaken the tree. When pruning, always make sure to make your cuts close to the main stem of the tree. Too much pruning can result in sparse foliage and poor flowering in the next season, so prune only as much as needed. You can generally prune Rustica Rubra Magnolia by up to 20% of its live wood.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Rustica Rubra Magnolia typically starts flowering in late April or early May.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rustica Rubra Magnolia is in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
