Magnolia In Pot

Question

I have a magnolia tree in a pot which is about 8 feet tall and is about 4 years old. The pot is 65cm across. It always gets lots of leaves but has never flowered. Should I reduce the height by lopping or is it likely to flower at all?

Answer 1

A soil test will help determine the problem. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/magnolia-blooming-problems.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/how-to-grow-container-trees.htm