Magnolia Trees

Magnolia Trees for Sale at Nature Hills Nursery

Did you know Nature Hills Nursery offers more types of ornamental Magnolia trees than anyone else? With about 210 types of Magnolia trees in existence, we strive to keep a consistent variety available for sale online.

Nature knows a good thing when it sees it. The very first flower that bloomed over 100 million years ago looked a lot like today's Magnolia flower. Have fun browsing the eye candy and buying a Magnolia tree from Nature Hills Nursery. You'll find countless sizes, shapes, and colors to explore.

Each Magnolia flower is a true wonder, with up to 18 tepals (fused petals and sepals). In spring, large buds appear that resemble Pussy Willows, bursting into show-stopping blooms.

When Do Magnolia Trees Bloom?

Most Magnolia trees are spring bloomers with fantastic flower displays, appearing before the leaves. The blossoms are fragrant and come in shades of white, pink, purple, yellow, and red. Their tulip-like flowers cover bare gray branches in an unforgettable spring show.

Modern breeders continue to develop exciting new Magnolia tree cultivars with fresh colors, flower forms, plant shapes, and even repeat or sporadic blooms throughout the season.

• Genie Magnolia dazzles with bold color perfect for small gardens
• Royal Star Magnolia delights early with strappy white petals

After the flowers, Magnolias develop charming orange seedpods that give the nickname "cucumber tree." While not edible, they provide food for local songbirds. Magnolia trees add beauty and interest in every season.

Selecting a Magnolia Tree

Magnolias can be evergreen or deciduous. Evergreen Magnolias hold their glossy leaves through winter, while deciduous Magnolias drop their large, textured leaves annually. Even evergreen types shed some foliage naturally.

No matter your lot size or climate, there's a Magnolia variety for you. Site it correctly so it has room to grow, as you won't want to prune heavily and risk losing flowers. These tough, disease-resistant trees even handle some urban pollution.

Evergreen Magnolias Are Handsome Shade Trees

Known throughout the South, Magnolia grandiflora is celebrated as the state tree of Louisiana and Mississippi. For statement landscapes, consider:

• Green Giant Magnolia
• D.D. Blanchard Magnolia
• For smaller gardens, Little Gem Magnolia fits beautifully

Most Magnolias grow 1–2 feet per year when young. Start with a larger container size for faster impact. Our 5-gallon trees are about 5 years old and make an immediate impression in your landscape!

The Best Place To Plant A Magnolia Tree

Large Magnolia grandiflora trees have strong roots, making them better suited for lawns or garden borders than tight street spaces. Underplant with shade-lovers like Hostas, Ferns, or Azaleas. Mulch well to keep roots cool with arborist mulch.

Use Magnolia trees as marvelous focal points where you can see them from your home or street. Their leathery leaves provide shade in summer and interest year-round.

Deciduous Magnolias For Ornamental Trees or Privacy Screens

Mid-sized deciduous Magnolias shine as accents or privacy screens. Grow them as single-trunked trees or as large multi-stem shrubs for extra flowers and coverage.

• Kay Parris Magnolia with white flowers and columnar shape
• Butterflies Magnolia with canary-yellow blooms
• Alexandrina Saucer Magnolia with classic pink and white blossoms

Magnolias grown as shrubs also make excellent screening plants. In cold climates, a good Magnolia spring is always worth celebrating.

Dwarf Magnolia Trees For Small Spaces

Nature Hills offers Magnolia trees of all sizes, including petite options for small space gardening, courtyards, and compact gardens. Filter by size using our toolbars to find your perfect fit!

• Ann Magnolia
• Jane Magnolia
• Betty Magnolia

These "Little Girl Series" Magnolias bloom later in spring, avoiding frost damage. Their tulip-like flowers range from reddish-purple to lighter pink, with Betty Magnolia opening to reveal white interiors with purple reflex.

These small Magnolias can be grown as single-trunk trees or as flowering shrubs for privacy. Many gardeners plant them as memorial trees, a living tribute that blooms beautifully each spring.

Magnolia Tree Care Starts With Proper Planting

Read more about caring for Magnolia trees on the #ProPlantTips blog.

• Plant bareroot Magnolias in spring, or container-grown Magnolias anytime during the season
• Track your shipment right to your doorstep, then give plants a good drink
• Choose a sunny, somewhat sheltered site with well-drained soil
• Dig a wide hole, not deeper than the root ball, and water thoroughly after planting
• Mulch with 3 inches of wood chips, but keep mulch off stems
• Watering regularly, especially in drought, until established

How to Prune Magnolia Trees

Check each product page's Plant Highlights section for specific details. Plan ahead and choose a Magnolia by its mature size to minimize pruning.

Lightly shape young trees right after flowering, but never prune during winter dormancy unless necessary, trimming at the wrong time will remove next springs blooms!

Bring Home a Magnolia Tree Today

Magnolia trees are timeless treasures! From their unforgettable blooms to their glossy foliage and seasonal charm. Whether you want a statement evergreen, a spring-blooming accent, or a petite variety for a small garden, there's a Magnolia that's perfect for your landscape. Don't wait to enjoy their beauty! Order your Magnolia tree today from Nature Hills Nursery and let it transform your yard for generations to come!