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Magnolia 'Big Dude'

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'
W: 20'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Magnolia 'Big Dude' plant details

Magnolia 'Big Dude' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia 'Big Dude'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 30 FT tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia 'Big Dude'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Phil Savage hybrid can have huge pink white flowers. Young vigorous plants can have 9” flowers. Very hardy.

By: Gossler Farms

The flowers on this lovely Magnolia are big dudes! Large, upright, tulip-shaped blooms are dark-pink on the outside and white on the inside. The blossoms cover this medium sized (30' plus) fast-growing tree in spring before the smooth medium-green leaves give it a pretty summer coat. Large showy pink fruit also give this M. soulangeana 'Wada's Picture' x M. sprengeri 'Diva' cross interest. S/M