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Magnolia x loebneri 'Leonard Messel'
Choose Leonard Messel Magnolia if you want early pink spring flowers on a manageable ornamental tree; the tradeoff is that late frosts can shorten the bloom show in some years.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The early pink-and-white bloom makes a strong spring statement before most trees wake up. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows at a moderate pace, so it fills in steadily without becoming a fast-spreading problem. |
| Maintenance | B | It usually needs limited pruning, but placement matters because magnolias do not like being crowded or hacked back. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed. |
| Small Space Fit | B | It works in many residential yards, but it still needs room for its natural branching shape. |
| Screening Value | D | It is grown for spring flowers, not dense coverage or privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Leonard Messel where early bloom matters and the planting area has room for a spreading ornamental tree. Give it consistent soil moisture and avoid tight corners where branches will be crowded.
| Mature Height | 15 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 14 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 20 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, multi-stem |
A hard late frost can brown open blooms, so avoid low frost pockets when possible.
Very little; remove damaged or crossing branches, but let the natural shape develop.
Yes, if the site has enough room and the soil does not dry out badly.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22253
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
