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Magnolia grandiflora 'Bracken Brown Beauty'
Common Name: Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora ‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’ (Southern Magnolia) is a dense, evergreen tree with a narrow pyramidal to pyramidal-oval habit, featuring glossy dark green leaves with rich brown undersides and large, fragrant creamy white flowers from late spring into summer. It is valued for its handsome foliage, strong form, and better cold hardiness than many Southern magnolias.
Type: Tree (Evergreen)
Mature Size: 15–25' W × 20–30' H
USDA Zones: 6a–9b
Form: Dense, narrow pyramidal to pyramidal-oval
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Moist, organically rich, well-drained soils; moderate water, prefers consistent moisture during establishment
Bloom Time / Length: Late spring through summer; main flush in late spring with sparse continued bloom through summer
Wildlife: Bees, birds
Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent as a specimen, screen, lawn tree, or evergreen accent. Its smaller leaves, compact habit, and reliable hardiness make it a strong choice where the species may be too large or less dependable.
Care:
Plant in a protected site with well-drained soil and room to mature. Water regularly while establishing, mulch the root zone, and prune only as needed to shape when young or remove damaged branches. Avoid prolonged drought and poorly drained sites.
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Tree |
| Width: | 15-25' |
| Height: | 20-30' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Zone: | 6–9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | Not verified |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies, Bees, Birds |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Bark Type: | Smooth |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Oval, Narrow Pyramidal |
| Soil Type | Rich, Moist well-drained, Slightly Acidic |
| Flower Color: | White, Pink |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |
