Magnolia grandiflora
Posted: July 3rd, 2013, 3:35 am
| Botanical Name | Magnolia grandiflora |
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Local Name | Does not exist |
| Common Name | Magnolia |
| Life cycle | Deciduous tree |
| Cultivar Name | N/A |
| Flowering Months | Spring |
| Flower Color | White |
| Growing Areas | Islamabad, Karachi |
| Frost Tender | Yes |
| Exposure | full sun, will not tolerate shade |
| Soil pH | N/A |
| Propagation | Seeds and cuttings |
| Uses | Ornamental |
| Description | Magnolia tree has the charm of belonging to the family of oldest flowering plants on Earth. The leaves are leathery, underneath is brown. A slow growing tree so buy older plants from nurseries. Flowers are not fragrant but the large waxy petals have their own attraction. Seeds are not easy to grow. Pest and diseases free. |