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Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia
4-5 ft.
$249
$279
11% OFF
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Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia
$249
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Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia Information
About The Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia
Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia: Big Blooms, Compact Charm
Meet the Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia—a charming twist on the classic Southern Magnolia, perfect for smaller spaces. With its compact, upright growth habit, this variety is made for gardens where space is a premium, offering the same iconic beauty without the oversized footprint.
Why You’ll Love the Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia
- Compact Size: Grows up to 16-20 feet tall, making it ideal for smaller yards.
- Gorgeous Blooms: Large, creamy white flowers bloom in summer, releasing a sweet fragrance that fills the air.
- Evergreen Beauty: Shiny, deep green leaves with fuzzy brown undersides bring year-round interest.
- Low Maintenance: Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, this magnolia is as easygoing as it is beautiful.
The Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia offers the best of both worlds—luxurious southern beauty in a manageable size. Whether you’re adding a focal point to your garden or sprucing up your patio with a container plant, this magnolia brings timeless elegance without overwhelming your space.
Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia Details
Mature Height:
16-20 ft.
Mature Width:
10-12 ft.
Sunlight:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Botanical Name:
Magnolia grandiflora 'Southern Charm'
Grows Well In Zones:
7-9 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Watering Requirements
Newly planted trees need regular watering 1–2 times a week during their first growing season to build a strong root system, while established trees rarely require extra watering if planted near a water source, needing a deep soaking only once every 1–2 weeks during extended summer dry spells. Potted trees dry out quickly and may require daily watering during peak summer heat.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full to partial sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and spring blooms. Tolerates light partial shade, especially in hot southern climates, but too much shade can lead to sparse flowering and leggy growth.
Humidity Requirements
Magnolias thrives in moderate to high humidity environments, making it highly adaptable across humid temperate gardens, coastal landscapes, and southeastern regions.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
Yes, this plant is safe for homes with pets.
When is the best time to prune a Teddy Bear Magnolia?
Prune in late spring to early summer, right after the main flush of spring growth finishes. Avoid late-fall pruning, as cutting back evergreen foliage late in the year exposes fresh tissue to winter frost burn and cold damage.
When does Teddy Bear Magnolia bloom?
It blooms throughout late spring into summer (typically May-August), producing large, cup-shaped white flowers with a citrusy scent that stand out against its dark foliage.
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Greenhouse Grown
Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
Damage Guarantee
Free replacement within 48 hours.