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Teddy Bear Magnolia

Magnolia Grandiflora 'Southern Charm'

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Overview

The Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora 'Southern Charm') is a dense, compact evergreen offering year-round interest. It stands at a height of 16-20 feet with a 10-12 feet spread. Its standout features are the large, fragrant, creamy-white flowers blooming in late spring to summer and its glossy, dark green leaves with a striking brown underside. Perfect for small gardens, this cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–9Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora 'Southern Charm') — The Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora 'Southern Charm') is a dense
Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora 'Southern Charm') — compact evergreen offering year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Magnoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora 'Southern Charm') — The Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora 'Southern Charm') is a dense
Teddy Bear Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora 'Southern Charm') — compact evergreen offering year-round interest
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