Trees

Magnolia 'Ann'

Ann magnolia

Ann magnolia flowering in Virginia; photograph, not current inventory.

Ann is a compact deciduous hybrid with upward-facing purple-red flowers and a rounded, shrubby outline. Its spring bloom arrives later than that of many early magnolias, reducing but not eliminating frost exposure. Dark green foliage follows, making this Little Girl-series selection suitable as a flowering accent or large shrub.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to partial sun
Size: Height: 10–15 ft · Width: 10–12 ft
Water: Average moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA 4–8
Bloom: Purple-red, spring

Sizes & prices

#7$149.99
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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Landscape use & tree form

Use: Ornamental specimen or accent
Form: Upright, rounded
Growth rate: Moderate
Fruit / litter: Inconspicuous conical brown fruit may follow bloom; fallen petals and leaves require seasonal cleanup.
Major issues: Magnolia guidance: watch for scale; alkaline soils can cause chlorosis. Keep roots evenly moist in freely draining soil.

Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Grower lists deer resistance; protect buds and young plants.
Drought: Little Girl hybrids have some summer drought tolerance, but moist soil supports better growth.
Wet soil: Requires moist, well-drained soil.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Pollinators

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Dark green leaves; deciduous.

Growing & care

Pruning: Usually needs little pruning. For deciduous trees, make necessary shaping cuts in summer; avoid major winter or early-spring cuts.
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.

Sources & photo credits

Willowbrook Nurseries

www.rhodogroup-rhs.org

University of Minnesota Extension

willowbrooknurseries.com

Royal Horticultural Society

soonerplantfarm.com

U.S. National Arboretum