Landscape Uses
The Southern Magnolia always attracts attention and the flower's perfume is legendary.  Because of it's size, this tree is best when planted in large yards.

Fun Facts
This tree was named for Pierre Magnol who lived from 1638 to 1715.  He was the director of the Botanic Garden in Montpellier, France and mentor to Carolus Linnaeus. (Linnaeus developed the system we use to name plants, animals and minerals.)