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Anise Magnolia

Tagged as: Magnolia, Recommended Magnolias for the Home Landscape

Common Name:  Anise Magnolia
Botanic NameMagnolia salicifolia

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Magnolia salicifolia at The Morton Arboretum

Magnolia salicifolia at The Morton Arboretum

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Magnolia salicifolia flowers at The Morton Arboretum

Magnolia salicifolia at The Morton Arboretum

Flower Bark

Height:  30-40'
Spread:  20-30'
Form:  Pyramidal
Flowering Period:  Mid-April
Zone:  5-8
Comments:  Slender branches lemon scented when scratched; narrow leaves; fragrant, white flowers before leaves; rose-pink seed cones; flowers susceptible to spring frosts

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