- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 30 - 50 Feet
- Mature Spread 15 - 30 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 9
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia is a hardy, evergreen tree with a spectacular floral display each spring. The Magnolia grandiflora 'Bracken's Brown Beauty’ features flowers that measure 5 to 6 inches wide and have a creamy white hue. The flowers have an intoxicating fragrance that is sweet and citrusy. Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia is a hardy tree that can handle chilly temperatures.
This Magnolia has an upright growth habit and a full canopy, and it grows quickly, so you can enjoy a large and lush tree in no time. The flowers certainly steal the show, but the foliage is also stunning. The dark green, ovate leaves have a glossy, leathery texture and feature a chartreuse midrib that adds contrast and dimension. The Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia grows in zones 5 through 9.
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia Care
Plant this tree in full sun away from buildings, power lines, and other trees. Mature trees are large, so select a planting site to accommodate the Magnolia. Bracken's Brown Beauty prefers soil that is acidic, loamy, rich, and moist but also well drained. Young trees need regular water for the first growing season, while mature trees only need water during a dry period.
Prune a young tree to remove lower branches and establish a defined trunk. Mature trees can be pruned in spring, at the start of the growing season, to shape them as needed. Remove dead or damaged growth at any time.
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia is cold hardy, so this tree does not often require specific winter care. Young trees, especially when planted in a wind-swept area, may benefit from being wrapped in landscape fabric in the first couple of winters. Add a thick layer of mulch over the root ball to ward off chilly temperatures.
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia Spacing
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia tree reaches 30 to 50 feet tall and 15 to 30 feet wide. Space plants 15 feet apart to allow plenty of room for the branches to spread. Be mindful of power lines and buildings when selecting a planting location, but also consider that a mature Magnolia tree will cast a shadow, impacting nearby plants.
Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 30 - 50 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 15 - 30 Feet |
| Spacing: 15 - 30 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: Creamy White Flowers |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Sensory Gardens |
| Features: Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia |
| Other Name(s): Bull Bay, Large Tree Magnolia, Southern Magnolia |
| Scientific Name: Magnolia grandiflora ' Bracken's Brown Beauty' |
- SKU:
- 1231013827-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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