Magnolia Tree Varieties What Are Some Different Types Of Magnolia

Here are some of the most well-known types of magnolia trees:

Southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
Saucer magnolia (Magnolia ×soulangiana)
Star magnolia (Magnolia stellata)
Loebner magnolia (Magnolia ×loebneri)
Sweetbay magnolia (Magnolia virginiana)
Cucumber tree (Magnolia acuminata)

Which magnolia tree is best?
What is the difference between a magnolia tree and a magnolia bush?
What is the hardiest magnolia tree?
What is the difference between Ann and Jane magnolia?
What does the magnolia tree symbolize?
Which magnolia tree is fast growing?
Can I plant a magnolia tree next to my house?
What can I plant under a magnolia tree?
Do magnolias bloom twice a year?
Should you cover a magnolia tree?
Do magnolias need shelter?
Are magnolias Hardy?

Which magnolia tree is best?

This magnolia is one of the best known species because it is very cold hardy (USDA Zones 4-8), widely adaptable and blooms when very small. Star Magnolia is a slow growing, broad spreading, small tree or large shrub, ultimately reaching 15 feet tall or more.

What is the difference between a magnolia tree and a magnolia bush?

Regardless of size or shape, a magnolia is a magnolia. The difference basically applies to the number of stems coming from the base of the tree that produce a single-trunked tree shape or the fuller, many-branched look of a shrub.

What is the hardiest magnolia tree?

You can't beat the star magnolia (Magnolia kobus var. stellata) for chilly areas. It's one of the best zone 4 magnolias, readily available in nurseries in the northern states. This cultivar stays gorgeous all season, budding in spring then showing off its star-shaped, fragrant flowers all summer.

What is the difference between Ann and Jane magnolia?

'Ann' offers deep purple-pink blooms. Those of 'Jane' are reddish-purple outside and white inside. 'Susan' displays deeply colored blossoms of purplish-red.

What does the magnolia tree symbolize?

Magnolias symbolized dignity and nobility. In ancient China, magnolias were thought to be the perfect symbols of womanly beauty and gentleness. In the American South, white magnolias are commonly seen in bridal bouquets because the flowers are thought to reflect and emphasize the bride's purity and nobility.

Which magnolia tree is fast growing?

Fast growing trees grow more than 24 inches a year. 'Samuel Sommer' (Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer') is a fast-growing cultivar that has bronze and green leaves up to 14 inches wide, and grows from 30 to 40 feet tall and 30 feet wide.

Can I plant a magnolia tree next to my house?

The answer is yes and no. While the roots are not necessarily invasive, you may get magnolia tree root damage when the trees grow too close to your house. ... In fact, magnolia tree roots spread farther than those of most trees. If your house is within root range, the roots can work their way into pipes under your house.

What can I plant under a magnolia tree?

You can plant the elephant ears under the outer branches where they can enjoy half shade and half sun. A mixed planting of ferns and hostas looks lovely under a magnolia tree, and they do well on just a few hours of morning sunlight. Foliage plants can completely transform the area by giving it a lush look.

Do magnolias bloom twice a year?

Yes, magnolia trees can bloom twice a year, but it is not common. Some varieties can bloom once in early spring and once in late summer. Chinese or Saucer Magnolia (Magnolia x soulangeana) varieties are the ones that most often bloom twice.

Should you cover a magnolia tree?

Plant a magnolia tree in loose, light soil in the spring or fall when rains will encourage growth. ... Pull any weeds or grass that appear around the base as well, as these compete with the tree for water and other nutrients. Cover the magnolia tree with blankets the night before a heavy frost is predicted.

Do magnolias need shelter?

Then there is the subject of shelter. Magnolia flowers are notoriously prone to frost, so avoid planting them in low-lying areas.

Are magnolias Hardy?

Sweet Bay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana)

In its native Southern climate, it can grow to be 50 feet tall and is evergreen. It is hardy in Northern climates but will grow as a deciduous or semi-evergreen, smaller bush-type tree.