QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsPlantingMoving a Magnolia Tree 0 Vote Up Vote Down Mary Anderson asked 15 years ago Do magnolia trees need ericaceous compost? and is this a good time to move it. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago Magnolias do not need acidic soil although they do like an organic mulch. Magnolia is best moved in late spring.