Jane Magnolia - 3 Gallon

Cold Hardy Flowering Tree with Tulip-Shaped Blooms

Transform your landscape with stunning late-spring blooms that avoid frost damage. The Jane Magnolia is a compact deciduous flowering tree renowned for its spectacular tulip-shaped flowers and exceptional cold hardiness. This magnolia has become the preferred choice for gardeners seeking reliable spring color in challenging climates. Blooming in early to mid-spring — later than most magnolias — it avoids frost damage and adds breathtaking color just as your garden awakens for the season. The Jane Magnolia delivers breathtaking seasonal drama that transforms any space.  

Why You'll Love the Jane Magnolia

Perfect Compact Size: With a mature size of 10 to 15 feet tall and 6 to 10 feet wide, this magnolia is perfect for just about any yard, and it quickly establishes in smaller landscapes. These compact flowering trees have become the go-to magnolias for urban and suburban gardens with space constraints.

Spring and Summer Blooms: Jane Magnolias bloom in spring and often rebloom in the summer. 

Exceptional Cold Hardiness: This magnolia is extremely cold hardy, even growing in zone 4, with proven performance in challenging climates. Once established, this magnolia thrives in USDA zones 4-8 with minimal winter protection needed.

Low-Maintenance Beauty: Easy to maintain and does not require pruning - perfect for busy homeowners who want maximum impact with minimal effort. However, they do tolerate pruning well, so you can sculpt your shrub to your heart's desire.

Jane Magnolia Details

• Botanical Name: Magnolia × 'Jane'
• Type: Deciduous flowering tree
• Mature Size: 10-15 ft tall × 6-12 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained; prefers rich, acidic to neutral soil
• Water: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Growing Conditions

Soil Adaptability: Magnolias are very adaptable; soil can be anything from clay to sand to loam, but be sure it is moist and drains well. However, acidic, well-drained conditions produce optimal flowering, and be sure the planting site doesn't hold water, as this can drown the roots and cause root rot.

Light Requirements: Jane Magnolias thrive in full sun to part shade. At least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily ensures the best bloom production and healthy growth.

Hardiness: USDA zones 4-8, making it extremely cold hardy and suitable for most temperate climates across the United States, from the upper Midwest through the Southeast.

Care Instructions

Watering: When your tree is newly planted, water deeply 2 to 3 times per week for about the first 3 months while your plant is establishing. After this time, your Jane Magnolia will be quite drought-tolerant and only need watering once weekly in summer.

Pruning: Magnolias don't generally require pruning, but prune in midsummer to early fall if needed to maintain shape and remove any damaged branches.

Fertilizing: Fertilize with a standard slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Mulching with 2-3 inches of mulch will keep your soil moist and cool while preventing weeds for optimal growth and flowering.

Landscaping Uses

Versatile Applications: Jane Magnolia's versatility makes it suitable for: specimen or focal tree plantings, small garden features, hedge or border plantings for huge impact, foundation plantings, mixed shrub borders, and even planting under larger trees as long as it receives 4-6 hours of sun.

Specimen Tree Excellence: Since the Jane Magnolia is only 10 to 15 feet tall and wide at maturity, it has many uses in the landscape and is one of the few flowering trees that can be planted even in tiny yards. The dramatic spring blooms, summer reblooming, and manageable size create perfect focal points for front yard landscapes, courtyard gardens, and mixed perennial borders. The Jane Magnolia shines when planted in groups or hedges, where you'll treasure the abundance of fragrant blooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far apart should I plant Jane Magnolia trees for a hedge or screen? Plant your Jane Magnolia trees about 6 feet apart for a stunning hedge or border planting. For single specimen use, ensure adequate space for the 6-10 foot mature spread.

How fast does the Jane Magnolia grow, and when will it bloom? Jane Magnolia has a fast growth rate, typically reaching mature size relatively quickly. These trees bloom in spring and often rebloom throughout summer, with established trees producing abundant fragrant flowers each season.

Is the Jane Magnolia resistant to pests and diseases? Yes, Jane Magnolia demonstrates excellent natural disease and pest resistance. Magnolias are sometimes affected by scale insects, which can be treated with horticultural oil, and fungal diseases like powdery mildew can be treated with copper fungicide if needed. A healthy tree in the proper location is much less susceptible to problems.