An iconic tree of the south, magnolias are beautiful in both form, leaf, and flower. Widely for their fragrant blooms, they also provide winter interest with both their seedpods and shiny evergreen leaves which are often used in wreaths.
Latin Name
Magnolia grandiflora
Family
Magnoliaceae
Also Known As
Bull Bay
Type of Plant
Trees
Bloom Season
May - June
Seasons
Summer
Spring
Specifications
Max Height: 80'
Max Spread: 50'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Part Shade
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Birds
Colors
Native Range
Southeastern United States
History
In March of 1785, Washington planted magnolias west of the Garden Houses.
Other Details
Pollinator
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
Bartlett Tree Expert Company has been working with Mount Vernon Estate since 2011 providing expert arboricultural care and GPS mapping for the estate’s historic trees, as well as support from their research facility. Mount Vernon is proud to partner with Bartlett Tree Experts and appreciates their sponsorship of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Plant Finder App.
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