Magnolia salicifolia
Anise Magnolia
Description
A large tree/shrub at 15' feet. Narrow willowy leaves that are glaucous beneath and fragrant white flowers in April.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Pink
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Lawn
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.