Southern Magnolia 'Edith Bogue' (Magnolia grandiflora): A Cold-Hardy Classic

The southern magnolia 'Edith Bogue' is a celebrated cultivar of Magnolia grandiflora, renowned for its exceptional cold hardiness and glossy, evergreen foliage. Selected for its ability to withstand temperatures well below zero, this cultivar brings the iconic beauty of the southern magnolia to cooler climates.

Stately Presence

Like the species, 'Edith Bogue' produces large, creamy-white, lemon-scented flowers up to 12 inches across in late spring and summer. The leaves are leathery, dark green above and rusty-brown beneath, providing year-round interest. The tree grows 30-50 feet tall with a pyramidal to rounded crown.

Taxonomy

Cultivation

This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil. It is more tolerant of alkaline soils than many magnolias. Use as a specimen, screen, or street tree where its dense foliage and fragrant flowers can be appreciated.

'Edith Bogue' extends the majestic reach of the southern magnolia, allowing gardeners in zone 6 and warmer to enjoy this timeless beauty.