Magnolia Seeds grow into deciduous or evergreen trees or large shrubs with broad, glossy foliage and large, fragrant, cup-shaped flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, or yellow. They thrive in temperate to subtropical climates with full sun to partial shade and well-draining, fertile soil. Magnolias are ideal for garden beds, borders, and landscape plantings, providing ornamental blooms and foliage throughout the growing season.
Features
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Deciduous or evergreen tree or large shrub growth habit
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Produces large, fragrant, cup-shaped flowers in white, pink, purple, or yellow
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, and landscape plantings
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil
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Provides long-lasting blooms and ornamental foliage
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Magnolia spp.
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Common Name (US): Magnolia
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Deciduous or evergreen tree/shrub
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USDA Zones: 5-9
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Planting Season: Spring or fall
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Growing Season: Spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days, cold stratification recommended, keep soil moist
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
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Mature Plant Size: 15-50 feet tall, 10-30 feet spread (species dependent)
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Plant Spacing: 15-30 feet between plants