Brackens Brown Beauty Magnolia

The Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia is a popular cultivar of the southern magnolia tree (Magnolia grandiflora). It was first introduced in 1962 by the Bracken Nurseries in Georgia, USA.

It is a broadleaf evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 50 feet (15 meters) and a spread of up to 30 feet (9 meters) at maturity. This beautiful evergreen tree is known for its balanced growth habit, dense foliage, and large, fragrant, creamy-white flowers that can reach up to 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter.

The Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia is native to the southeastern United States and is commonly used in landscaping due to its ornamental qualities. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can grow in full sun to partial shade. It is also relatively resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance tree.

One unique feature of the Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia is its leaves, which have a glossy, dark green upper surface and a fuzzy, copper-brown underside. This distinctive coloration adds to the tree’s ornamental appeal and makes it a popular choice for use in gardens, parks, and other landscaping projects.

In the late spring or early summer, The Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia produces flowers which can last for several weeks. The flowers have a sweet, lemony fragrance and are attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

In addition to its ornamental value, the Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia is also used in herbal medicine. Its bark and leaves contain compounds that are believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

While the Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia is generally a hardy and disease-resistant tree, it can be susceptible to scale insects and other pests. Regular monitoring and treatment may be necessary to keep the tree healthy.

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