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, reaching 25'-60' tall. Its glossy leaves are 4"-8" long. Powerfully fragrant blooms are evident through summer and fall. If these trees 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
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
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, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.