Biggest leaves， tallest tree， but not as prolific of a bloomer. Out of all the magnolias， the D.D. Blanchard is one of the largest varieties， producing dark green， large leaves with a rusty brown underside. It can reach a maturity height of 75 ft. to 80 ft. with a canopy of 35 ft. to 40 ft. W， making an excellent shade tree. It is capable of maintain a straight， central trunk， which allows it to be grown full to the ground or be pruned into tree form with a visible trunk. Flowers bloom in late spring， with sparse but continued flowering throughout the summer. The fragrant blossoms are large (can be 8 in. W) and are cup-shaped in appearance. USDA Zones: Zone 7， Zone 8， Zone 9.
Largest variety of southern magnolia
Big， dark green leaves
Fragrant， large blossoms but not as prolific
Maturity height of 75 ft. and spread of 35 ft.
Cold hardy in USDA zones 7-9
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