{"product_id":"bracken-brown-magnolia-magnolia-grandiflora-bracken-s-brown-beauty","title":"Bracken Brown Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocally Grown in Pierson, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Hardy • Evergreen Beauty • Fragrant Southern Blooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring timeless Southern elegance to your landscape with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracken Brown Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Bracken’s Brown Beauty’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a stunning evergreen magnolia prized for its glossy dark green leaves, rich bronze-brown undersides, and enormous fragrant white blooms. Locally grown at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowing Well Tree Farm in Pierson, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this improved Southern Magnolia variety is known for its dense growth, cold hardiness, and compact form compared to traditional magnolias.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for specimen planting, privacy screens, estate landscapes, and native-inspired gardens, Bracken’s Brown Beauty offers year-round beauty and exceptional resilience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Growing Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZones 5–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it one of the most cold-hardy Southern Magnolia cultivars available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracken Brown Magnolia is a broadleaf evergreen tree with a naturally dense, pyramidal shape. Its thick, glossy leaves feature beautiful cinnamon-brown undersides that add striking contrast and texture to the landscape. In late spring through summer, it produces large, creamy white flowers with an unforgettable lemony fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis variety is prized for its improved cold tolerance, strong branching structure, and more compact growth habit, making it ideal for residential landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, fragrant white blooms can reach \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–10 inches wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, appearing from late spring through summer. The blooms attract pollinators while creating a classic Southern garden appearance with a sweet citrus-like fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically grows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30–50 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a spread of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–30 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, developing a dense, upright canopy over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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Adapts to sandy, loamy, or clay soils when drainage is adequate. Avoid poorly drained or constantly wet sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, Bracken Brown Magnolia is moderately drought tolerant but benefits from deep watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebalanced slow-release fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in early spring to encourage healthy foliage and flowering. Mature trees generally require minimal fertilization in healthy soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimal pruning is needed. Prune lightly in late winter or after flowering to remove damaged or crossing branches and maintain desired shape. 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