Magnolia grandiflora
Brown pubescence on underside of leaf is found on hardier forms-large white fragrant flowers-produces much debris.
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| Common Name | southern magnolia |
| Landscape Zone | LZ3 |
| Firewise Rating | NOT Firewise (4) |
| Urban Use | High |
| Invasive | No |
| Native | Yes |
| Utility Use | No |
| Ladder Potential without Pruning | Yes |
| Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 |
| Heat Tolerance Zone | 10 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Tolerance to Poorly Drained Soils | Medium |
| Salt Tolerance | No |
| Drought Resistance | Medium |
| Pest Resistance | High |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Plant Form | Columnar |
| Plant Height Mature Size in feet | 75 |
| Plant Height Mature Size in meters | 22.5 |
| Trunk Size | Single, |
| Bark | Ridged |
| Leaf Arrangement | Alternate |
| Leaf Persistance | Evergreen |
| Leaf Color | Dark green Brown back |
| Leaf Type | Simple |
| Leaf Characteristics | Waxy-dense |
