Grow magnolia on the balcony

Small pot magnolias also need a lot of space

For one Cultivation in the pot are best suited the small magnolia varieties of the species starmagnolia (Magnolia stellata) and purple magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora). But even these achieve by nature Heights of up to three meters and grow bushy in width. For this reason, you need a lot of space for the small magnolias, both in terms of pot size and the size of the balcony Plan in - on a narrow, small balcony, these large-growing shrubs will most likely not be particularly comfortable feel.

Older pot magnolias sometimes become sickly

The growth of the roots could also become a problem: With age, they become thick, fleshy and branch out very strongly. In addition, the flat and broadly growing magnolia roots do not like it under highly compressed soil conditions To be constrained, mainly because they (in contrast to the plant growing above the ground) tend to be cooler temperatures prefer. They also don't get waterlogged, which is why the pots must always have good drainage.

Pot magnolias do not like waterlogging, but they are also not allowed to dry out. Ensure a regular and even supply of water in nutrients in the form of liquid fertilizer. On the balcony is, in addition to the space required, also the right location important. The magnolia should be in the sun for at least four hours a day, which is why an orientation in a south, south-west or south-east orientation is desirable. It doesn't matter whether your magnolia is enjoying the morning or evening sun.

Tips & Tricks

In winter there are potted magnolias significantly more endangered than specimens planted in the garden. If your magnolia is to overwinter on the balcony, you must above all protect the sensitive roots from frost. To do this, wrap the pot with fleece and cover the earth with a thick layer of bark mulch. You can also use the crown to get a Burlap sack(€ 14.29 at Amazon *) put on. However, it is best for the magnolia to overwinter under cold house conditions.