Magnolia grandiflora - Laurel magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora

Laurel magnolia

An evergreen trellis tree that grows well in loamy, well-drained soil.

Description

A lovely pyramidal-shaped exotic tree adds an abnormal ornamental-looking design to your garden landscape.  The nectar from its white flowers will attract birds and bees.

Often used as a shade tree or for indoor or container planting.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -17°c
  • Estimated height: 18-24m
  • Estimated width: 9-15m
  • Drought-resistant

Additional Information

Information
Details
Botanical Name
Magnolia grandiflora
Common Name
Laurel magnolia
Also Known As
Southern magnolia
SA Tree No​
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Bees
Features
Shade Tree
Flowering Season
Summer
Focal
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Growth Rate
Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Exotic
Soil pH
0 – 4
Root System
Aggressive
Soil Type
Loam, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun

Aloes & Trees

Size
Height
Trunk Thickness
20L
1.0m – 1.2m
5mm – 15mm
40L
1.3m – 1.8m
12mm – 20mm
50L
1.3m – 1.9m
15mm – 25mm
100L
1.8m – 2.5m
20mm – 30mm
250L
2.5m – 4.0m
30mm – 50mm
500L
4.0m – 7.0m
50mm – 120mm
1000L
6.0m – 10.0m
80mm – 120mm
E.O.G
5.0m – 12.0m
Variable

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