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Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' - Kay Parris Southern Magnolia

Market price from $229.99 to $344.99

Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' is a remarkable choice for anyone seeking a tree that delivers enduring elegance and year-round beauty. Often recognized as the 'Kay Parris Southern Magnolia,' this large, sturdy tree presents with a unique form ranging from pyramidal to round, adding architectural interest to your landscape. This is a key player not just for its elegant shape -- its impressive fragrant, creamy-white flowers that bloom generously from late spring to early summer offer an engaging spectacle. Such blossoms grow to a significant 8 inches in diameter, adding to the tree's regality while intoxicating the surroundings with their sweet aroma. The glossy evergreen leaves feature a unique rusty-brown underside, ensuring that the 'Kay Parris' is as visually captivating in the winter months as it is during its peak flowering period. Consciously moderate in its water usage, this tree thrives well with exposure to anything from full sun to partial shade. Adding to its charm, the Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' has natural resistance to wind, pests, and diseases, making it a pragmatic choice for even the most discerning landscapers, earning its place in your garden with minimal upkeep and maximal appeal.

  • Size: Large tree with a pyramidal to round form
  • Flowers: Large, fragrant, creamy-white
  • Foliage: Luscious evergreen leaves with a rusty-brown underbelly
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Resistance: Good wind, pests, and disease resistance
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