Magnolia (Magnolia)


Botanical Information

FamilyMagnoliaceae
GenusMagnolia
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginThe genus Magnolia is named after Pierre Magnol, a French botanist who lived from 1638 to 1715.
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4a - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 -(-7)
Temperature (°F)-20 - 20
Height5 - 8 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June, July

Description and Growing Information

PropagationSoftwood cuttings may be taken in early summer and rooted under mist and bottom heat. Layering of low branches in early spring.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.

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