A pink form of Magnolia denudata (probably a natural hybrid with Magnolia sprengeri var. diva). Produces large pink flowers with wide tepals and fruity fragrance. Performs better if spring is warm.
Selected by Treseder's Nurseries from the original tree at Caerhays Castle which is thought to have originated from one of George Forrest's seed collections.
Botanical name: Magnolia denudata "Forrest's Pink".
Other names: Magnolia "Forrest Pink".
Parentage: a chance seedling from seeds collected by George Forrest in China.
Habit: small upright growing tree, often multistemmed.
Height: 5-6m.
Flowering time: April - May.
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