Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: I had my Magnolia shoes on today..., 1 by ViburnumValley

ViburnumValley wrote:
...and came away with some halfway decent shots. I can't believe I go away for a couple days to indulge in some innocent oenophilia, and the Magnolia trees around Louisville go from tight bud to dropping petals/tepals already! Hope I have time to get out tomorrow, and document what is/has been the best display in years.

I think it would be magnificent if others posted their illustrative experiences with this genus on this thread.

The following are all Magnolia 'Spectrum', a US National Arboretum introduction and sister seedling to 'Galaxy'.