Magnolia 'Burgundy Spire'
M. 'Yellow Bird' X M. 'Apollo'. I was impressed with its very narrow growth habit as a young seedling and thrilled to see it bloom with a clear burgundy exterior and a cream interior. The nine tepals remain upright and do not flop as the flowers age. Because of its abundance of lateral flower buds, it remains in bloom for several weeks. This is a very desirable magnolia for limited garden space. ( text Dennis Ledvina)