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Big Leaf Magnolia Seeds for Planting - Magnolia macrophylla

Big Leaf Magnolia Seeds for Planting - Magnolia macrophylla

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Stratify seeds: Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days before sowing to break dormancy.
Sowing depth: Sow seeds about ½–1 inch deep in fertile, well-drained soil.
Location: Choose partial shade to full sun exposure.
Spacing: For full tree growth, allow wide spacing (10–15 ft+).

How to Grow

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment.
Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil is ideal.
Protection: Protect young seedlings from strong winds and extreme conditions.

Tips

Mulch around the base to maintain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
Be patient — magnolia grown from seed may take years to reach full flowering maturity

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Large

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright tree

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Big Leaf Magnolia Seeds for Planting - Magnolia macrophylla
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Non-GMO

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Deciduous ornamental

Big Leaf Magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla) is an impressive deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It is celebrated for its colossal leaves and large, fragrant white flowers — often among the largest blooms of any temperate tree species. Ideal as a specimen tree or focal point in spacious gardens and woodland landscapes, it adds dramatic structure from spring through summer. While early growth from seed requires patience, once established, the tree is resilient and an enduring landscape feature.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

Very tall

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

5–8

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

No

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

Wide

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Medium

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Moist

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000139556

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Big Leaf Magnolia be used as a specimen tree?

Yes, its very large leaves and broad tree form can make it a strong focal feature in spacious lawns and landscape areas

How can Big Leaf Magnolia be positioned in a woodland garden?

An open woodland edge can showcase its large foliage while providing room for the tree to develop naturally

Can Big Leaf Magnolia be planted near a garden pond?

Yes, it can complement spacious water-side landscapes when the planting area provides suitable soil, drainage, and enough room for mature growth

How can its oversized leaves be highlighted in a landscape?

Positioning the tree against fine-textured foliage or open lawn can make its unusually large leaves more visually prominent

Can Big Leaf Magnolia be combined with smaller shade plants?

Yes, compatible lower-growing plants can create a layered planting beneath or around the tree while leaving adequate room for its developing canopy

How should space be planned around Big Leaf Magnolia?

Provide generous clearance from buildings, paths, and other trees so its broad canopy and large leaves have room to develop without crowding