Friday, December 11, 2009

When does a magnolia tree bloom?

We live in the midwest and wondering when a magnolia tree will bloom. Moved into house last summer.When does a magnolia tree bloom?
Some magnolia flowers right at the start of spring before even foliage appears. Other start late spring and early summer.When does a magnolia tree bloom?
In the deep South where I live, the magnolias bloom actually throughout the spring and summer months. They are at their fullest and most fragrant during the spring months. The foliage is so dense you cannot see sunlight through either of the trees in my back yard, so with no direct sun they stay fairly moist on the ground. If you want to use them for decoration, put them in a bowl of water and a light mist of hairspray if you are not putting them in water. Sounds crazy but found that out when I used magnolias for my wedding. If you live further north, I wouldn't be sure, but I know here it is for the entire spring and summer and the flowers cover the tree. One other answer said it may bloom only every 3 years, how sad is that? They deserve all the accolades they get. It's also dogwood tree blooming time here in the south. They only last a matter of weeks and are gone, so thank goodness the old magnolia hangs in there for months at a time!
It's usually an early bloom time, even when there is still frost, but if you are in zone 7, it might only go every 3 years.
Depends where you live, May in Michigan.
Here in Kansas, they are starting to bloom right now. Lucky on frosts.

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