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Magnolia x soulangiana - Saucer Magnolia
Family Magnoliaceae
Botanical Name Magnolia x soulangiana
Common Name Saucer Magnolia
Size 20 - 30' in height with variable spread
Hardiness Zone 4 - 9
Culture Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil; full sun or light shade; prune after bloom.
Ornamental Value Flowers white to purplish 5 - 10" diameter.
Landscape Use For groupings, specimen, lawns, near large buildings
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves are alternate, simple, 3 - 6" long, obovate with a short point; stems are fragrant when crushed. Flowers have 9 petals.
Notable Cultivars 'Alexandrina'
Campus Location Ag: Ellington Crtyd, Ag Engineering; Main: C.B. Theatre
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