Germinating Magnolia Seeds from Pods

Step-by-Step

1. When pod swells, prune it off.
2. Dry in a brown paper bag for 3 days.
3. Shake or manually remove seeds.
4. Place seeds in an envelope inside a Tupperware container.
5. Refrigerate (back of fridge) for minimum 3 months to simulate dormancy.
6. Plant in fall or next spring.