Magnolia grandiflora |
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Southern Magnolia, Bull Bay |
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. Reddish brown cone shaped fruit appear in the 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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Width Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.