ANSWER: Sprout magnolia seeds in a few months with some pre-plant preparation. The seeds are contained within the pod and pop out when mature. The seeds are dormant, however, and will need both ...

I noticed a wet appearance on a portion of my deck under a magnolia, and also a black growth on its leaves. The branches of the tree seem to have lumps on them. What is this, and what can I do to h… ...

As the growing season ends, you may think your window to plant bushes and trees has closed. Fret not. Here are some options to plant during the dormant season.

The Garden will be applying dormant oil spray to many magnolias this spring. There is another window to treat for magnolia scale in late August, when the eggs hatch as crawlers.

View full sizeThe Oriental magnolias we grow in our landscapes are the result of a cross between two Chinese species, Magnolia liliiflora (lily magnolia) and Magnolia denudata (white saucer or ...

Pruning is my favorite gardening task, and now is a suitable time to start pruning shrubs that have put on growth and need ...

The Southern magnolia is a medium- to large-growing tree that can reach well over 60 feet tall. But on average, trees tend to be around 40 to 50 feet tall with a spread of 20 to 30 feet.

The Southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) is well-known as a traditional tree for Louisiana landscapes. Like camellias, azaleas and crape myrtles, it is often considered essential for creating ...

Learn how to properly recognize and name common dormant tree species, mainly in Eastern North America, in this beginner's guide.

Magnolia trees are desirable for their small to medium rounded form; large, sometimes fragrant flowers; attractive green foliage that is evergreen in some species; and their resistance to insect ...

Once the surrounding flora goes dormant in October or November, the rest of the big-leaf magnolia will be removed and in the spring Dean aims to plant the seedling as close as possible to the ...