Felix Magnolia - Monrovia
Best flowering specimen for small urban gardens and compact landscapes.
Discover the Felix® Magnolia, a stunning deciduous tree from Monrovia, perfect for adding early spring beauty to your landscape. This specimen tree boasts magnificent, highly fragrant hot pink flowers, up to 12 inches across, with mature trees producing up to 100 blooms. Its upright, pyramidal form and light green foliage make it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or urban settings. Reaching a mature height of 22 feet and a spread of 7 feet, it thrives in deep, enriched soil and full sun, offering a spectacular display year after year.
$139.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
7
/ 1220
#7 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
+31%
Above average
Mature Height
22
/ feet
Who it's for
- Small-space owners needing vertical, non-invasive specimen trees
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, high-impact spring focal points
- Cold-climate homeowners wanting reliable, hardy flowering trees
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who dislike frequent yard cleanup
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for affordable nursery stock
- Residents in regions prone to unpredictable late-spring freezes
Performance breakdown
Floral Impact
Twelve-inch blooms create a dramatic, high-impact focal point for spring.
Space Efficiency
Narrow pyramidal form fits perfectly into tight urban garden footprints.
Fragrance Intensity
Highly aromatic flowers provide a sensory experience beyond mere visual appeal.
Maintenance Ease
Deer resistance and predictable growth habits simplify long-term landscape care.
Climate Versatility
Hardy to zone five, though it requires specific soil enrichment.
Bloom Density
Mature specimens deliver a prolific display of up to one hundred flowers.
Key Specs
Mature Height
22 feet
Mature Width
7 feet
Bloom Time
Early Spring
Hardiness Zone
5
Light Needs
Full Sun
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Pruning Time
Late Winter
Soil pH
Neutral to acidic
Features
- Produces large, fragrant hot pink flowers
- Upright, pyramidal form for smaller spaces
- Attractive light green foliage
- Deer resistant
- Thrives in urban gardens
- Exceptional early spring bloom
- Capable of abundant blooms
What customers say
The Felix Magnolia is celebrated for its exceptional quality and stunning visual appeal. Customers frequently receive robust, healthy plants, a testament to careful packaging and shipping. Its most praised feature is the dramatic display of large, vibrant pink blooms, often described as a breathtaking garden centerpiece. This superior quality justifies the price, building strong consumer confidence in its lasting value. The plant's aesthetic performance and overall quality make it a standout choice for any garden.
Know before you buy
The Felix Magnolia has a narrow, upright, pyramidal form, reaching a mature width of 7 feet and a height of 22 feet. This makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or tight urban spaces where vertical interest is needed without a wide footprint.
Yes, it performs best in deep, enriched soil that is neutral to acidic. Ensure the planting site has good drainage while maintaining average to moist moisture levels.
Pruning should be done in late winter while the tree is still dormant. This timing helps maintain its natural pyramidal shape and encourages healthy growth before the spring bloom cycle begins.
The Felix Magnolia is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where deer pressure is a common concern.
This tree requires full sun to produce its signature abundant, large blooms. Aim for a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
The Felix Magnolia is hardy in zone 5, meaning it can withstand the winter temperatures typical of that region. It is a deciduous tree, so it will lose its leaves in the winter and bloom in early spring.
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