How to
Grow a Magnolia Tree
A magnolia tree can be a very good component of a landscape. In most instances, magnolia trees serve as ornaments in our garden and contribute in garden beautification. They are ornamental plants that is easy to grow any cultivate. Ask me the most basic question. How to grow a deciduous tree? Well, it's as easy as one-two-three. First, the hole should be twice as big as its entire root system and it should be deep enough for the growing container to fit. Here's a tip, to see best results at a short period of time, grow a cultivar instead of seeds. Fall is the best time to grow the deciduous tree among southern people, and spring for northern people. Another fact, deciduous trees prefer acidic and drained soil to live on. It is said that deciduous an acidic tree, thus require an acidic soil. One trick before putting the tree into the hole is to squeeze the roots to awaken them. Fill it around with pot soil to keep it in place. Take note that the root ball top should be of soil level. Bear in mind that we should water the plant at least one inch every week, and even more during dry climate. One quick fact, required water volume varies every week depending on the number of growing days and the height of the deciduous tree. A three-inch organic mulch should be embedded in the center, tapering out of the trunk in summer and taking it away completely by fall. While growing the deciduous tree, don't forget to fertilize it with soluble fertilizing especially during the spring and fall season. Once a month, feed the magnolia tree particularly when growing season start by spring, late August and early September. If after four long years, it will not bear any flower at all, feed the magnolia tree with phosphate to recharge the lost minerals and to allow it to bear fruits. Some trivia about the tree, during fall, when the leaves fell off the ground, in the Southern evergreen leaves tend to accumulate directly under the tree, making it almost impossible for other plants to grow. The magnolia plant should be situated under partial sunlight. If it's possible to be place under direct sunlight, it would be better. Keep the tree roots moist at all times to avoid plant dehydration. One good thing about growing it is that even if it is over-watered, it will not be damaged. Don't forget to fertilize the tree with flowering substances and antiscrub agent especially during spring to allow it to bear flowers. Once the tree is flowering, prune it. Cut excessive stems and leaves out of the way to allow the tree to breath. Aside from that, since magnolia tree is very prominent for leaf littering, always rake the leaves out of the trunk and away from the roots to avoid insects and other harmful elements. Make sure that the trunk is clean of any tree leaves ensure proper breath in with. One rewarding time is to see your deciduous tree grow in blossom. See, we now know how to plant and grow deciduous trees. Start your own hole and put the new deciduous tree now. We will wait until it bore flowers!