Southern Magnolia

Why Southern Magnolia Reigns Supreme

Few trees scream “Southern charm” quite like the Southern Magnolia tree. Native to the southeastern U.S., this beautiful tree offers large, fragrant white flowers and evergreen, deep green leaves that stay rich in color and texture year-round. It’s also an especially popular choice for homeowners who love Southern style and look for beauty, permanence, and native adaptability in their yard or landscape.

An Evergreen Highly Fragrant Tree

Southern Magnolias are showstoppers in the spring and summer when the large blooms, the size of dinner plates, burst forth from the tree. The contrast of the white flowers against the green leaves adds visual drama to your landscape. But the appeal of this tree isn’t just for when it’s in flower. With their beautiful, deep green color, large leaves that rustle in the wind, and textured, rusty brown undersides, Southern Magnolia trees add visual interest year-round. They’re a hardy, easy-care landscape anchor that you can count on.

Easy to Grow, Rewarding to Own

In addition to the year-round curb appeal it offers, this tree is especially attractive to homeowners and landscapers because it’s low-maintenance, and established trees can handle heat and moderate drought well. Plant in well-draining dirt with plenty of sun, and you’ll have a hardy, dependable tree that’s perfect as a specimen or in rows to provide natural screening and privacy for your yard. The Southern Magnolia is your ticket to Southern-style structure and soul, whether you’re looking to boost your curb appeal or create a more natural, wildlife-friendly landscape.

Plant bare-root stock as soon as it arrives, in well-drained soil with full to partial sun unless noted otherwise above. Water deeply once a week during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

Dug and shipped bare-root during your zone's dormant window, packed to arrive fresh. Every order is backed by our first-season establishment guarantee — we'll replace it for you.