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Magnolia grandiflora

Southern Magnolia, Bull Bay

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

Its 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

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, High

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Messy

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.