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Pyramid Magnolia

Magnolia pyramidata

Pyramid magnolia is a small deciduous magnolia of rich Southeastern woods, with big paddle-shaped leaves splayed in tiers and creamy white spring flowers. An elegant understory tree for moist, acidic shade.

Family
Magnoliaceae
Type
tree
Lifespan
perennial
Height
15–30 ft
Spacing
12–20 ft apart
Light
sun, part shade
Soil moisture
moist
Soil pH
acidic, neutral
Bloom
April, May
Bloom colors
white
Wildlife value
pollinators, songbirds
Caterpillar hosts
~21 butterfly & moth species
Landscape uses
specimen, hedge or screen
Native states
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS