Kobus is a slender deciduous tree growing up to 10m tall, with ovate leaves 15cm long, and fragrant White flowers 10 cm wide. Scarlet seeds follow in spring from pink fruits. Growing Details Common Name: Northern Japanese Magnolia Cultivar: 'Kobus' Skill Level: Beginner Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade Hardiness: Hardy Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Clay / Heavy, Chalky/alkaline Height: 12m Spread: 4-8m Magnolia can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs, with large, showy, often fragrant flowers, often opening before the leaves, and sometimes followed by colourful cone-like fruit