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Buy Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

Also Known As

Kay Parris Southern Magnolia

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

6a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $96

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Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' plant details

Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris' is a broadleaf evergreen tree with bronze and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: magnoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, small tree, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

20'x8'wide evergreen magnolia. The foliage is smaller than the usual M. grandiflora but still has the glossy and rich brown indumentums. The flowers are 8” across and bloom most of the summer in Oregon.

By: Gossler Farms

Freely producing its large exquisite white flowers over a long late-spring-into summer season, this compact easy-care (humidity tolerant) small (20't x 10'w) tree, known for its glossy evergreen (pinkish when new) foliage. S/M