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Southern Magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer'

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Size:

Height: 35-50'; Spread: 20-35'

Character:

Evergreen; spreading form; dense canopy.

Foliage:

Dark green, smooth, oval leaves, 4-10" long, glossy above and rust-colored beneath.

Flower:

Large, white, fragrant flowers, 6-10" across, lotus-like in shape, bloom March-July. 

Fruit:

Furry brown, cone-like seed conglomerates, 4"-6" long, form in fall and drop in winter. 

Bark:

Smooth, charcoal-gray bark. 

Tree Care:

Low. Early pruning needed to train a good shape; pruning needed less frequently with age.

Watering Needs:

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Special Considerations:

Roots can be invasive. Not tolerant of heavy winds. Needs extra water in hot or windy conditions, or in sandy soil.

Native Range & Notable Traits:

Native to SE United States. Spectacular, long-lasting white, fragrant flowers and attractive foliage make this a very popular street tree.

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