[Arid_gardener] Re: Magnolia Trees

[Olin Miller]

I have seen magnolia trees here in the valley so they apparently can grow 
here bu t can't provide details.  I have never seen any for sale at a 
nursery.  Try asking at one of the locally owned nurseries (Berridge 
Nurseries, Baker Nursery, Gardener's World, et.al).  They can probably give 
you the information and may even order one for you.

The Sunset Western Garden Book lists about five dozen varieties - about a 
dozen are indicated as suitable for our region (Sunset Zone 13).

Olin Miller, Master Gardener Volunteer
U of A Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County AZ
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----- Original Message ----- From: <dkronwald at cox.net>
> David Kronwald,  85248
> I have two questions:
> 1. Is the climate here in the valley ok for growing magnolia trees?  (Tree 
> would be located on the North side of house)
> 2. If so what varieties do the best?