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Northern Japanese Magnolia

Tagged as: Magnolia, Recommended Magnolias for the Home Landscape

Commong Name:  Northern Japanese Magnolia
Botanical NameMagnolia kobus var. borealis

Northern Japanese Magnolia

Northern Japanese Magnolia

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Northern Japanese Magnolia

Northern Japanese Magnolia

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Height:  30-40'
Spread:  20-30'
Form:  Pyramidal
Flowering Period:  Early to mid-April
Zone:  4-7
Comments:  Often multi-stemmed tree; large, white, fragrant flowers; may take up to 10 years to bloom

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