Botanical name: magnolia grandiflora
Average Size at Maturity: 90 – 120 ft and a 33 ft spread
Hardy zone: zones 7-10
Bloom Time: early – mid summer
Flower Color: white/cream
Foliage Color: green/brown
Growth Rate: grows about 2 ft a year
Pruning needs: shape as needed, save heavy pruning for the late winter
Landscape Use: shade, large focal point
Light Needs: 8 hours of sun a day
Special Feature: low maintenance and disease resistant
Water Needs: water 1 – 2 times a week for the first growing season, drought tolerant once established
Fertilizing needs: apply organic fertilizer in the spring
