Magnolia grandiflora |
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Southern Magnolia, Bull Bay |
It's large, simple leathery appearance makes the pyramidal Magnolia grandiflora perfect for either a street or lawn tree. Its leaves are 4-8" long, and its powerfully fragrant blooms are carried throughout the summer and fall. If these plants are grafted, they are more predictable (may take 15 years to bloom). Ungrafted trees will take only 2-3 years. Restricted root areas or heavy soils will slow the growth process. In zones 4 and 5, the tree needs a warm wall or a pocket
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.