Family Magnoliaceae
Garden origin

Compact, bushy, deciduous shrub with dark purple-red goblet-shaped flowers which are produced from early summer, and then intermittently into autumn.
Grow in moist but well-drained neutral to acid soil in sun or partial shade. Late frosts may damage flower buds. Keep out of strong winds.

Height and spread after 2 – 3 years 1.5m x 1m
Mature height and spread after 8 – 10 years if not pruned 3m x 2.5m