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Bracken's Brown Beauty Magnolia - 7 Gallon
SKU:
1931510
UPC:
753768082404
$159.99
- Classic Southern evergreen with glossy, dark-green leaves and rich cinnamon-brown undersides.
- Showy, fragrant white blossoms (~5–6 in.) begin in late spring and may continue sporadically into summer.
- Superior cold tolerance and transplant performance; holds foliage better than many magnolias.
- Handsome pyramidal screen or specimen: typically ~30–50 ft. tall × ~15–30 ft. wide at maturity.
Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’) delivers four-season elegance with lustrous, leathery foliage that’s deep green on top and warmly brown beneath, contrasted by large, sweetly fragrant white flowers in late spring. Noted for dependable hardiness, a dense pyramidal habit, and fewer leaf drops than many varieties, it’s a standout choice for year-round privacy screens, driveway framing, and signature specimens in full sun with deep, well‑drained, nutrient‑rich soil.
Plant Description
Broadleaf evergreen magnolia with a naturally dense, pyramidal outline. Leaves are thick, glossy dark green above with distinctive cinnamon‑brown undersides; large white, cup‑shaped flowers add seasonal fragrance and classic Southern charm.
Flowers & Fragrance
Creamy white, exotically fragrant blooms about 5–6 inches across open in late spring, with occasional rebloom into summer—perfect for cut stems and near outdoor seating.
Foliage & Bark
Leathery, bi‑colored foliage (green above, cinnamon‑brown beneath) reads richly textured year‑round; developing bark and cone‑like fruits add subtle seasonal interest.
Habit & Mature Size
Moderate growth to roughly 30–50 ft. tall and 15–30 ft. wide, forming a dense, narrow pyramidal crown suited to screening or specimen use without excessive pruning.
Sun Requirements
Full sun is best for dense foliage and abundant bloom; tolerates light part shade in warm summer regions.
Watering & Soil
Plant in deep, nutrient‑rich, well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first few seasons to establish; once established, water deeply during dry periods—brief drought is tolerated but steady moisture yields the best performance.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9. Selected for better cold tolerance than many Southern magnolias.
Special Features
Evergreen privacy with fewer leaf drops than many cultivars; generally deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of coastal exposure and road salt once established.
Landscape Uses
Evergreen screen or windbreak, stately front‑yard specimen, drive or property‑line framing, and backdrop for shade‑tolerant shrubs and perennials.
Care & Feeding
Feed in early spring before new growth. Maintain a wide, 2–3 in. mulch ring (keep mulch off the trunk) to moderate soil temperature and retain moisture. Prune only to remove dead or crossing wood or to maintain clearance.
Spacing & Screening
For a solid evergreen screen, space 12–20 ft. on center depending on desired density and long‑term width; allow full sunlight on sides for the most uniform skirt.
Design Tips
Pair with camellias, hydrangeas, viburnums, and hostas to echo the dark‑green foliage and extend seasonal color; uplight the canopy to highlight the bicolor leaves and sculptural form at night.
- Classic Southern evergreen with glossy, dark-green leaves and rich cinnamon-brown undersides.
- Showy, fragrant white blossoms (~5–6 in.) begin in late spring and may continue sporadically into summer.
- Superior cold tolerance and transplant performance; holds foliage better than many magnolias.
- Handsome pyramidal screen or specimen: typically ~30–50 ft. tall × ~15–30 ft. wide at maturity.
Bracken’s Brown Beauty Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’) delivers four-season elegance with lustrous, leathery foliage that’s deep green on top and warmly brown beneath, contrasted by large, sweetly fragrant white flowers in late spring. Noted for dependable hardiness, a dense pyramidal habit, and fewer leaf drops than many varieties, it’s a standout choice for year-round privacy screens, driveway framing, and signature specimens in full sun with deep, well‑drained, nutrient‑rich soil.
Plant Description
Broadleaf evergreen magnolia with a naturally dense, pyramidal outline. Leaves are thick, glossy dark green above with distinctive cinnamon‑brown undersides; large white, cup‑shaped flowers add seasonal fragrance and classic Southern charm.
Flowers & Fragrance
Creamy white, exotically fragrant blooms about 5–6 inches across open in late spring, with occasional rebloom into summer—perfect for cut stems and near outdoor seating.
Foliage & Bark
Leathery, bi‑colored foliage (green above, cinnamon‑brown beneath) reads richly textured year‑round; developing bark and cone‑like fruits add subtle seasonal interest.
Habit & Mature Size
Moderate growth to roughly 30–50 ft. tall and 15–30 ft. wide, forming a dense, narrow pyramidal crown suited to screening or specimen use without excessive pruning.
Sun Requirements
Full sun is best for dense foliage and abundant bloom; tolerates light part shade in warm summer regions.
Watering & Soil
Plant in deep, nutrient‑rich, well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first few seasons to establish; once established, water deeply during dry periods—brief drought is tolerated but steady moisture yields the best performance.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9. Selected for better cold tolerance than many Southern magnolias.
Special Features
Evergreen privacy with fewer leaf drops than many cultivars; generally deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of coastal exposure and road salt once established.
Landscape Uses
Evergreen screen or windbreak, stately front‑yard specimen, drive or property‑line framing, and backdrop for shade‑tolerant shrubs and perennials.
Care & Feeding
Feed in early spring before new growth. Maintain a wide, 2–3 in. mulch ring (keep mulch off the trunk) to moderate soil temperature and retain moisture. Prune only to remove dead or crossing wood or to maintain clearance.
Spacing & Screening
For a solid evergreen screen, space 12–20 ft. on center depending on desired density and long‑term width; allow full sunlight on sides for the most uniform skirt.
Design Tips
Pair with camellias, hydrangeas, viburnums, and hostas to echo the dark‑green foliage and extend seasonal color; uplight the canopy to highlight the bicolor leaves and sculptural form at night.
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