Alta Magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora 'Alta'

Description

Landscape Characteristics

Mature Size: 20-25' tall by 8-10' wide Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Form / Shape: Upright, dense, columnar Drought Tolerance: Moderate to High
Flower / Fruit: Fragrant white flowers are 6-8" wide; blooms May to June; small, hard, woody cone with rose-red berries Soil: Well-drained, moist, fertile, humus rich soil that is well limed; tolerant of slightly acidic soil
Foliage: Alternate, simple, ovate to elliptical; glossy, dark green leaves with light brown underside Light: Full sun produces best growth and flower; tolerates partial shade
Bark:  Smooth, grayish brown to blackish gray Pruning: Before new growth in Spring to maintain size
  Uses: Lawn tree, specimen, buffer or screen, parking lot median

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