Size and Light Requirements

Southern magnolias reach approximately 50 feet in height in about 50 years. It thrives in full sun or partial shade.

Plant This Tree

This tree is available through our residential planting program, RiverSmart Homes.

You can get up to $100 back for planting this tree yourself through our tree rebate program.

Photo Credits

Fresnel Chick, Lee D. Baker, Jardi Botanic, Mi Mitrika

Find Another Tree

All the trees in this guide have been selected by Casey Trees and are well adapted to the soil and conditions present in Washington, DC.

Japanese Zelkova
American Linden