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Often misnamed "tulip tree", this deciduous magnolia sports beautiful, huge, late winter blooms before the large magnolia leaves begin to emerge. It does not get the size of a southern magnolia, but more the smaller sweet bay size of twenty or so feet with a similar spread. The blooms, often 6" or more across, and the many named selections come in pinks and purple hues or a tinged white. If a late frost or freeze occurs, bud damage is inevitable. Saucer magnolia does not care for hot, full sun or drying winds so place them under the protection of shade and out of the way of the wind. If growing it in alkaline soil, watch for chlorosis and apply organic material such as pine straw and bark and use an acidifier if necessary.
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