Claudia Wannamaker Southern Magnolia

The southern magnolia is without equal among evergreen flowering trees, and the Claudia Wannamaker form is top of the list for a full-sized tree, that will begin to bloom at an early age. This vigorous tree will grow rapidly, at around 3 feet a year when young, so it will soon become a good-sized specimen, or create an excellent screen for privacy. With its beautiful glossy leaves and enormous, 12 inches across pure-white perfumed flowers, this symbol of the south is a perfect choice for anyone with a larger garden living in zones 7 to 9. All summer long it will be covered with those beautiful blooms, and even out of flower it has a grand beauty, and makes a real statement in any garden.

• Top quality form of this iconic tree
• Spectacular creamy-white summer blossoms
• Rich glossy foliage 12 months of the year
• Perfectly matched for screens and avenues
• Superb choice for a full-sized southern magnolia

The Claudia Wannamaker Southern Magnolia grows well in any soil, from sand to clay. It thrives in ordinary garden conditions, and although it benefits from a good supply of water, once established it is drought resistant under normal conditions. It is resistant to salt-spray, deer and usually free of pests or diseases. This tree thrives in all the warmer parts of the country, and despite its majestic beauty, it is an easy to grow and fast-growing tree that you will love all year round. This long-lived tree will become a feature in your garden and you will wonder how you ever gardened without it.