Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer'

Also Known As

Samuel Sommer Southern Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

H: 35'-50'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

7a-9b

Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer' plant details

Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer' is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 35 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia grandiflora 'Samuel Sommer'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium sized form of the evergreen, southern magnolia, this one growing quickly, eventually reaching 35-50' tall x 20-30' wide, dense and upright with a smooth, oval crown. Leaves are shiny, dark green, with red indumentum on the undersides. Spring flowers are particularly showy, large, cup-shaped and fragrant. Does well in sun to part shade with regular summer water until well established. Not recommended for parking strips because of root invasions. Frost hardy to 0 °F, USDA zone 7.