Magnolia lilliflora “Nigra”

Magnolia ‘Nigra’ is a spreading medium-sized deciduous shrub/small tree with glossy elliptic leaves and erect, narrowly tulip-shaped deep reddish-purple flowers, pale on the inside

Ultimate height 2.5–4 metres in 10-20 years
Ultimate spread 1.5–2.5 metres
Full sun/partial shade, in a south, west or east-facing sheltered location
Hardy