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23 of the Best Magnolia Varieties
06.06.2023 - 21:21 / gardenerspath.com / Kristine Lofgren
23 of the Best Magnolia VarietiesThere are so many magnolias to choose from. Not only are there hundreds of species, dozens of them are common in cultivation.
Then there are the many, many cultivars and hybrids. Growing magnolias isn’t hard, but choosing one to grow sure can be!
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The first consideration when selecting a tree is your location.
Know your USDA Hardiness Zone and pick a tree that will do well in that area. It won’t do if you fall in love with a particular hybrid only to find that it can’t survive your winters.
Then, it’s all about narrowing down the size and color you want. Don’t panic, this list will help with that.
These are 23 of the best options out there, including excellent species, hybrids, and cultivars of all sizes, colors, and temperature tolerances.
Here are the trees and shrubs that we’ll go over:
23 Favorite Magnolia VarietiesYou can’t go wrong with any of the options on this list – unless they’re wrong for your climate, of course.
But each one is more eye-catching and elegant than the last. Let’s get to know these magnificent magnolias!
1. AniseWillow-leafed or anise magnolia (M. salicifolia) is native to Japan and is only for those lucky souls in Zones 6 to 9.
The large blossoms have six tepals (what we usually call petals), and each flower can grow up to six inches across.
Most cultivars are pure, elegant white, but a few have hints of blush at the base of each tepal. And the blossoms show up before the leaves, which means you can enjoy an early-season display.
Speaking of foliage, not all magnolias are beloved for their leaves, but the ones on this tree emerge in the spring in bright copper
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