Ashe�s Bigleaf Magnolia

Ashe�s Bigleaf Magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla var. ashei)Ashe�s Bigleaf Magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla var. ashei), also known simply as Ashe Magnolia, is a rare, native deciduous tree celebrated for its colossal leaves and spectacular summer flowers. Native to the Florida Panhandle and parts of the Southeast, this compact variety of Bigleaf Magnolia offers the dramatic foliage and floral display of the species but in a smaller, more manageable form. Its tropical appearance and limited native range make it a true collector�s specimen and a standout focal point for gardens seeking something bold and unusual.Distinctive FeaturesAshe Magnolia produces enormous leaves that can reach 2 to 3 feet in length, with soft green surfaces and silvery undersides that catch the light. In late spring to early summer, it blooms with fragrant, creamy white flowers that span up to 12 inches across and are often tinged with purple at the base of each petal. Unlike the taller Magnolia macrophylla, Ashe's v