The D.D. Blanchard Magnolia can grow up to 60 to 80 feet tall and has a pyramidal shape when young, gradually becoming more rounded with age. Its leaves are leathery and can reach up to 8 inches long, providing year-round interest in the landscape.
In the late spring to early summer, the D.D. Blanchard Magnolia produces large, showy, cup-shaped flowers that can measure up to 10 inches in diameter. These flowers have a delightful fragrance and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
This magnolia variety thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It is relatively low-maintenance once established but may benefit from regular watering during dry periods. The D.D. Blanchard Magnolia is a popular choice for adding elegance and beauty to gardens, parks, and larger landscapes.
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Type:
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Tree
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Origins:
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Southeast N. America; GA Native
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Height:
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40' - 50’
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Spread:
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25' - 30'
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Spacing:
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25’
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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7 - 9
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Culture:
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Full Sun, Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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White
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Season of Interest:
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Summer, Year-Round
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Regular water in first year.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Foundation Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Gibraltar Azalea, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Gardenia Radicans
IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Magnolia grandiflora DD Blanchard 2zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Magnolia grandiflora DD Blanchard 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
