Southern Magnolia 'Bracken's Brown Beauty'

Southern Magnolia 'Bracken's Brown Beauty' is a compact, evergreen tree with glossy, dark green leaves that have a striking, rich brown, velvety underside. It produces large, fragrant, creamy-white flowers in late spring to summer. More cold-hardy and smaller than the species.

Botanical Profile

Landscape Value

Full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained, acidic soil. The brown undersides of the leaves are a unique feature. Excellent as a specimen, screen, or espalier. The fragrant flowers are iconic. A superior cultivar for smaller gardens.