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Magnolia grandiflora - Southern Magnolia
Family Magnoliaceae
Botanical Name Magnolia grandiflora
Common Name Southern Magnolia
Size 60 - 80' tall with 30 - 50- spread.
Hardiness Zone (6)7 - 9(10)
Culture Prefers rich, porous, well-drained, acidic soil; full sun to part shade.
Ornamental Value Large, white flowers, 8-12" diameter flowers in late spring and summer.
Landscape Use For large areas as a specimen, in groupings, as a screen or hedge.
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves are alternate, simple, and evergreen, glossy above, Cone-like fruiting body with an aggregate of red seeds.
Notable Cultivars 'Little Gem', 'Claudia Wannamaker', 'Edith Bogue'
Campus Location Ag: Ellington, Brehm; Main:UC
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