A magnolia is a real eye-catcher everywhere. As if she knew her beauty, she would like to stand alone and not share the spotlight with other plants. You can find out how you can combine magnolias in this guide.
Which plants can I combine my magnolia with?
The magnolia can be harmoniously combined with bamboo, dogwood, Japanese maple, pine and rhododendron if enough space and suitable flower colors are taken into account. Snowdrops or small evergreens are suitable for underplanting.
Can I combine the magnolia with other plants?
As long as you give the magnolia enough space and take its needs into consideration, you can combine the beauty of the flowers with other plants. However, remember that the magnolia itself is one of thesolitary trees and therefore prefers to stand free-standing. Your roots must be able to develop. It also reacts sensitively to nutrient-poor soils.
In short, you should think carefully about whether you really want to combine your magnolia with other plants, and if so, with which ones.
Which plants do I best combine the magnolia with?
It is best to combine the magnolia with other plants that are assigned to theJapan Garden area. These include, for example:
- Bamboo
- Flower dogwood
- Fan Maple
- Pine
- Rhododendron
The magnolia visually harmonizes beautifully with these trees. However, make sure that each tree has enough space and that the respective flower colors match.
It is also possible to underplant the magnolia. However, there are some limitations. The underplanting must neither have deep roots nor draw too much water. She also has to like shade. Examples that are suitable areSnowdrop or Small Periwinkle
Tip
This is how you should NOT combine magnolias
It is better not to integrate a magnolia into a flower hedge or a strip of trees. This would massively restrict them in every respect. Also, avoid planting heavy feeders near the magnolia. It needs enough nutrients to develop optimally.
