Scientific Name
Magnolia macrophylla

Common Name
Bigleaf magnolia
Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist soil, best if enriched with organic matter
Texture: Coarse
Form: Upright, rounded; open
Height: 30 to 40’
Width: 12 to 15’
Leaf: 12 to 32" alternate, simple, light green leaves
Flower/Fruit: 8 to 10" white flowers in summer; fragrant; 3" egg shaped rose colored fruit
Comments: Native; difficult to use in the landscape due to large leaves
Cultivars: --
 


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