Magnolias Are In Bloom
All over the South you can see and smell the blooming Magnolias and what a site it is to behold!
The fragrance is like none other and hard to describe but one whiff this time of year and you will know what I am talking about. The blossoms are beautiful from the time the bud forms until they are in full bloom. These sometimes huge blossoms give a new meaning to the term White on White. Just look at all the shades of white against all the gorgeous shades of green. Isn't it amazing.
What is the Southern Magnolia Tree?
Southern Magnolia Tree on Wikipedia
I studied Botany in college and this was one tree that I will always remember the scientific name and other important facts. However, Wikipedia offers a much more descriptive explanation.
Magnolia grandiflora, commonly known as the Southern magnolia or bull bay, is a magnolia native to the southeastern United States, from coastal Virginia south to central Florida, and west to eastern Texas and Arkansas. Reaching 27.5 m (90 ft) in height, it is a large striking evergreen tree with large dark green leaves and large white fragrant flowers. Widely cultivated around the world, over a hundred cultivars have been bred and marketed commercially. The timber is hard and heavy, and has been used commercially to make furniture, pallets, and veneer.
This Magestic Tree Was Standing When I Was A Child
Many Magnolias are in bloom in our town but this one will always be my favorite
Yes, this Magestic Magnolia Tree was on the route we took to school back in the 50's and I have climbed up it's branches and absorbed its breath taking beauty and inhaled its unforgettable aroma.
I would estimate that this stately tree is at least 40 feet tall and 30 feet wide.
Strong Limbs Demand You To Look In Awe
Magnolia Tree Limbs and huge and sturdy
I think I saw a Rope Swing on the other side. These trees are great for climbing and for swinging.
When we were kids we had a tire swing in our Mimosa Tree and I did some of my best thinking in that swing.
Watch The Magnolia Blossom Unfold Right Before Your Eyes
Large Magnolia Blossoms make wonderful indoor arrangements and make the room smell divine.
Magnolias Found on Google Blog Search
Magnolia Grandiflora
Magnolia Coffee Mug Available On Ohme's Zazzle
Plant A Southern Magnolia In Honor Of Your Child
We did!
We planted our Magnolia Tree when our son was born so it has always been known as his tree. He grew by leaps and bounds and so did his tree. It is fun to take a picture of your child standing by the tree every year on their birthday. Our son is now 30 years old and measures 6 ft 4 inches. His Magnolia Tree is over 30 feet tall.
All the shades of green really give the tree depth beyond comprehension. The new growth is a bright and shining green with the older growth various stages of Olive to Hunter greens. It is an evergreen so we often cut the Magnolia Leaves at Christmastime to use with our decorations. I shine them up a bit with Cooking Oil and they look so pretty on my mantle.
You Can Order Your Own Southern Magnolia Right Here?
Click this Amazon Link and order yours today!
Plant your Magnolia now if you live in the Southern United States and you will be enjoying it for many years to come.
Southern Magnolia Tree, 36-48 Inch
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Enjoy This Book About Magnolias
Southern Magnolias (Leisure Arts #3534)
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Magnolia on AllPosters.com
More Magnolia Products Available On Amazon
Just click the link and it will take you to the Amazon Website
Steel Magnolias (Special Edition)
Amazon Price: $8.49 (as of 01/03/2010)
More From Magnolia: Recipes from the World Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen
Amazon Price: $19.44 (as of 01/03/2010)
Arthur Court Magnolia Pitcher
Amazon Price: $150.00 (as of 01/03/2010)
Bath & Body Works Magnolia Blossom Pleasures Collection Body Lotion 8 oz
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Magnolia Note Cards Are Nice For Any Occasion
Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia- A Life in Poems
by Patricia Neely Dorsey
I received a message on Face Book from Patricia Neely-Dorsey directed me to her link Patricia Neely-Dorsey "A CELEBRATION OF THE SOUTH AND THINGS SOUTHERN" about this book and I am so glad that I did. It sounds wonderful and even though we have never met I can tell that we share an appreciation for the beautiful Southern Magnolia.
She also said that she enjoyed reading this lens.
Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia-A Life in Poems
Amazon Price: $15.00 (as of 01/03/2010)
On her website, Patricia Neely-Dorsey says this about her book:
My book Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia is a true celebration of the south and things southern. Using childhood memories, personal thoughts and dreams, I attempt to give a positive glimpse into the southern way of life. There are so many negative connotations associated with Mississippi and the south in general. I want to show a flip side of the coin.There is much to love about this much maligned and misunderstood part of our country. I would really love for you to get to KNOW Mississippi (and the south) in a different light and I want to introduce you. I invite you to Meet Mississippi Through Poetry, Prose and the written word.
My Lens About Patricia Neely-Dorsey
and her wonderful book Reflections Of A Mississippi Magnolia
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Reflections Of A Mississippi Magnolia
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Reflections Of A Mississippi Magnolia - A Life In Poems is written by a true Southerner, Patricia Neely-Dorsey. She writes passionately about growing up in the South, her love for her home state of Mississippi and her life after 40. Her poetry...
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- Pukeko Pukeko Dec 31, 2009 @ 12:28 am
- Beautiful. I don't think I have seen a magnolia tree before. Blessed by a Squidoo Angel (if you want, you can add your link at Angel Blessings from Pukeko)
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- devilsworkshopcrafts devilsworkshopcrafts Dec 28, 2009 @ 8:37 pm
- Lovely photos!
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- Samanthie Samanthie Dec 20, 2009 @ 3:09 pm
- Lovely photos and just a wonderful lens! My Grandmother has a magnolia tree. It is a sort of dwarf I guess because it just doesn't get any taller than 5 feet. It blooms though and they are wonderful. Thank you for your comments on my pinecone lens. :)
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- Chappelle Chappelle Dec 7, 2009 @ 5:27 pm
- Great Lens! 5******
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- southshoretees southshoretees Nov 23, 2009 @ 11:07 am
- Beautiful lens, and beautiful trees! Great looking posters.
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- southshoretees southshoretees Nov 23, 2009 @ 11:07 am
- Beautiful lens, and beautiful trees! Great looking posters.
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- Heather426 Heather426 Nov 14, 2009 @ 12:37 pm
- love magnolias, they do remind me of the South. Love the lens, too. Angel blessed.
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- EditionH EditionH Nov 13, 2009 @ 5:53 am
- 100 points for this one Nancy:),great images. I love magnolias, however in our climate blooms disappear to fast.
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- MiaBellezza MiaBellezza Nov 10, 2009 @ 10:23 am
- I love magnolias too. Thanks you for your blessing!
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- HorseAndPony HorseAndPony Oct 24, 2009 @ 10:32 am
- I love the Southern Magnolia. When we lived in Pennsylvania we had 6 huge trees in our yard. I will never forget the amazing fragrance. It is the one thing I will miss the most from my PA yard. I love this lens.
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- AndyPo AndyPo Oct 20, 2009 @ 7:17 am
- Excellent lens. A beautiful tree
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- Sylvestermouse Sylvestermouse Oct 16, 2009 @ 7:31 pm
- Magnolias are gorgeous! I love all magnolias. My favorite magnolia is a Little Gem, only because it is smaller and will fit in my backyard:) I love that coffee cup too! I just might need that for Christmas
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- mukunda22 mukunda22 Oct 14, 2009 @ 7:04 am
- I love trees, and these Magnolias are a site to behold!
Angels live in those trees and bless this gorgeous lens!!
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- seashell2 seashell2 Sep 17, 2009 @ 10:15 am
- Wonderful, I love the Magnolia tree. I have had success selling Magnolia's on postage in my zazzle store. They are such a beautiful bloom.
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- stevie10772 stevie10772 Aug 28, 2009 @ 1:18 pm
- This lens made me warm all over and I had smiles all over my face as I read it. I'm glad I live in the land of Magnolias! - Thank you for contributing to the education of others regarding these stately sourthern trees. I think I'll go take a drive! ~ Stephanie
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- JaguarJulie JaguarJulie Aug 9, 2009 @ 12:02 pm
- Do you know my dear that it was a couple of Sundays ago that we returned home to find a big old pile of well TREE in our neighbor's backyard! It was a Magnolia Tree that he finally got permission for the board to cut down. It was a beautiful shade tree, but was placed too close to his house. At least we still have these at the entrance of our community.
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- NKenge NKenge Jul 12, 2009 @ 5:39 am
- Nice lens, I love the way they smell. 5***** (*_*)
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- hlkljgk hlkljgk Jun 30, 2009 @ 11:45 am
- i loooove magnolias. i grew up with one, had one at my last house - but, sadly, i am missing one here.
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- alteredkat alteredkat Jun 28, 2009 @ 5:06 pm
- I love love love these flowers! They look so amazing on the zazzle products & the poster...fab pics!
Thanks for popping into my Shepherds Pie lens recently - I appreciate it!
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- OhMe OhMe Jun 25, 2009 @ 5:36 pm | in reply to robin
- Hi Robin. BJ is a friend of mine and she sent the following reply. She also said that unfortunately she did not have any pictures. Just as a side note: BJ sang at our wedding!
Here is her response: Our neighbor was a florist, and she experimented for days about how to do the bridesmaids' magnolia blossoms with blossoms from the tree in our front yard.....how far ahead she could pick it, how long it would take the blossom to open, in the heat of June. I remember she wrapped the one stem with white satin ribbon, but there was no bow or anything hanging down. Just the one magnolia blossom and a few, maybe 3, green leaves. I am pretty sure she must have included something underneath the satin wrap to keep moisture in the stem. There was no difference in the bouquets of the 3 bridesmaids or my sister, the maid of honor.Their dresses were tea length white summer dresses. That is all I remember, and I can't even remember what the dresses looked like.
Wish I could be of more help...bj
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- robin robin Jun 24, 2009 @ 3:48 pm | in reply to bjc
- I too, would like to have my bridesmaids carry a single magnolia blossom. Do you have any pictures or suggestions?
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- KarateKatGraphics KarateKatGraphics Jun 20, 2009 @ 12:31 pm
- Our magnolia was my favorite tree growing up, besides the lilac bush that was as big as a tree! The scents are just heavenly. Sweet lens! 5*
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- QueSea QueSea Jun 19, 2009 @ 9:16 pm
- I enjoyed your lens very much. The photos carried me away (smile) to places yet traveled. Thanks.
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- NanLT NanLT Jun 19, 2009 @ 3:21 pm
- I always know that spring is finally here when the magnolia trees in the area begin to blossom. Their pink and white blooms are absolutely beautiful.
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- NanLT NanLT Jun 19, 2009 @ 3:21 pm
- I always know that spring is finally here when the magnolia trees in the area begin to blossom. Their pink and white blooms are absolutely beautiful.
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