Magnolia tree?

I want to grow a magnolia tree in my backyard. Only because I have a song about a magnolia tree and I sort of figured it would be appropriate. So I know next to nothing about gardening and I'd like to know if there's a particular kind I should chose. I live in Florida, by the way. The climate is pretty flatlined... thanks =D

Magnolia tree?
the southern magnolia is perfect of you. i have seen many grow in florida. i think they are evergreen over there, but the have scattered blooms all year long
Reply:Florida is great for magnolias. There are over 80 species and you can grow varieties that can't be grown anywhere else in the country. How much space do you have? Some are rather large but there are also dwarf varieties. Take your time when choosing. Maybe a local nursery can help you. When you find one that you like research it on the Internet. Trees are like kids. Some of them will live with you for 30 years or more. You can't pick your kids but you can be choosy about your landscape.
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Southern Magnolia is a well known and widely grown tree, native to the southeastern U.S. from North Carolina south to Florida.





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