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Introduction The Beauty and Aroma of a Southern Magnolia in a Compact Package! Large, Fragrant White Flowers Long Bloom Period from Spring through...
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Introduction A Southern Treasure that Stimulates the Senses! Huge, Fragrant White Flowers Striking Evergreen Foliage Low Maintenance and Adaptable...
View full detailsMagnolia trees can be evergreen or deciduous. This hardy group of beautiful, shiny leaved trees have big, bold, fragrant blooms. Magnolias are widely known for being deer resistant, low maintenance, and adaptable. They are also pest and disease resistant as well as salt and pollution tolerant. There are a variety of sizes and planting zone preferences within this plant family so you are sure to find one that is right for you!
Spring and fall are the best times to plant these trees in most parts of the US. For areas with mild summers or mild winters these are good options for Magnolia planting as well.
Dig a hole about twice the width of the root ball and not quite as deep as it is tall. Place your tree level in the hole. Make sure the top of the root ball is slightly higher than the existing soil line and backfill with soil. Water deeply until the ground is fully saturated. Apply 1 to 2 inches of mulch to help retain soil moisture, protect the roots, and reduce weeds. Extend the mulch mound a couple inches beyond the tree’s canopy.
Pruning Magnolia trees isn’t necessary in most cases. If you need to prune off a dead or broken branch do this any time of year. Any other pruning should be reserved for right after your tree has stopped flowering to avoid removing flower buds that will produce the next round of blooms.
Magnolias bloom in spring or summer depending on the type. Deciduous Magnolias tend to be trees that welcome spring. They bloom in late winter or early spring depending on weather conditions and the variety. Evergreen Magnolias bloom in late spring and early summer.
Magnolia tree care is minimal once your tree is established. These trees perform best in full sun and well-drained soil. Newly planted trees should be kept moist with deep waterings 2 to 3 times per week. Once established Magnolias are drought tolerant. Fertilize with a balanced slow release fertilizer in early spring. Magnolias do not require pruning.
