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Laurel Magnolia

Magnolia Laevifolia

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Overview

The Michelia, or Magnolia laevifolia, is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 10-15 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide. Its creamy-white, cup-shaped flowers exude a sweet fragrance, blooming prolifically in spring. Glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest. Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full sun exposure. Ideal for use as a specimen plant or in mixed borders for visual and olfactory appeal in any garden design.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 10–11Type TreeClimate Temperate
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — tree for full or half or shade; making it both an aesthetic and aromatic gem suited to various landscape designs
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — It enjoys full to partial sun exposureLaurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Ideal for use as a specimen plant or in mixed borders for visual and olfactory appeal in any garden design; evergreenLaurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full sun exposure; tree for full or half or shadeLaurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 10-15 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide; prefers well-drained, acidic soil andLaurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Moderate watering habits are needed, ensuring the soil remains moist but never soggyLaurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Ideal for use as a specimen plant or in mixed borders for visual and olfactory appeal in any garden design, image 55+57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Magnoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — tree for full or half or shade; making it both an aesthetic and aromatic gem suited to various landscape designs
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — It enjoys full to partial sun exposure
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Ideal for use as a specimen plant or in mixed borders for visual and olfactory appeal in any garden design; evergreen
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full sun exposure; tree for full or half or shade
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 10-15 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide; prefers well-drained, acidic soil and
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Moderate watering habits are needed, ensuring the soil remains moist but never soggy
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Ideal for use as a specimen plant or in mixed borders for visual and olfactory appeal in any garden design, image 55
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — tree with white blooms
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — tree for full or half or shade
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — The blossoms are approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter and exude a rich fragrance reminiscent of, image 61
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full sun exposure
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — deep green leaves that provide a stunning backdrop to its creamy white flowers
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — evergreen shrub cherished for its ornamental appeal and sweetly-scented flowers; it adds not only year-round visual
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Magnolia laevifolia prefers a sheltered location with well-drained, image 63
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial to full sun exposure; tree for full or half or shade, image 54
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — but a light shaping after flowering helps maintain its dense
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — recently reclassified to Magnolia laevifolia; slightly acidic to neutral soil, image 56
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest; regular pruning is not required
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — This Magnolia relative typically grows to a height of 8 to 15 feet with a spread of 4 to 7 feet
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — It adds not only year-round visual interest but also a sensory delight to any garden
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — tidy form.<br><br>Michelia is relatively pest and disease resistant; particularly heady in the late evening and early
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — particularly heady in the late evening and early morning.<br><br>Thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10, image 62
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest
Laurel Magnolia (Magnolia Laevifolia) — Glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest; regular pruning is not required, image 53
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