12 ALTA SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA SEEDS – Magnolia grandiflora ” alta “
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Buyer |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Refund Will Be Given As | Money Back |
| Type | Tree Seeds |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Brand | Unbranded |
I'm selling over 600 + kinds of seeds ( and also live plants during the warmer months ) so check my other auctions . You are bidding on 12 ALTA SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA SEEDS - Magnolia grandiflora " alta " . Alta is a gorgeous southern magnolia of dense habit and narrowly columnar, very elegant shape that looks like a candle flame that is ideal for areas with limited space or for screening . From the first hot days of summer large – 20-24 cm across, creamy white, strongly sweet-scented flowers are produced singly and continuously for 2 months or a little longer depending on plant’s age. Evergreen leaves are narrower than on the species, deep green, extremely glossy, covered with rich rusty brown indumentum beneath. Size: Height: 10 ft. to 20 ft.Width: 10 ft. to 20 ft. BLOOMING TIME July - August USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 to 9 Medicinal use : The bark is diaphoretic, stimulant, tonic. It is used in the treatment of malaria and rheumatism. A decoction has been used as a wash and a bath for prickly heat itching. The decoction has also been used as a wash for sores and as a steam bath for treating dropsy. An alcoholic extract of the plant reduces the blood pressure, produces a slight acceleration in respiration but has no action on the heart. Edible parts : The flowers are pickled in some parts of England and are considered to have an exquisite flavor. They are also said to be used as a spice and a condiment..Other uses : A fairly wind-tolerant tree, it can be used in shelter belt plantings. An essential oil is obtained from the flowers. Wood - hard and fairly heavy, but weak and not durable. White when first cut, it turns brown on exposure to air. It is used in limited amounts for fuel, baskets, crates, wooden ware and furniture. See my store for 600+ seeds , live plants ( during the warmer months ) and over 300+ books on plants and gardening . I add new items every day and combine shipping whenever possible