Protect susceptible evergreen magnolias by double-wrapping burlap around the trees. Surround small deciduous magnolias with ...

Magnolia are beautiful flowering shrubs with a range of colours and breeds, known for their star-shaped flower and lovely scent. Variants of magnolia can be grown as standalone trees, with smaller ...

A flowering favorite that grows in most regions of the country, magnolias can be stately trees or smaller and shrub-like plants. Most types are generally low-maintenance, but once in a while they may ...

Late fall might seem like the right time to prune plants but in fact the best time of year to do this varies. While it's the right time of year for many plants, others prefer to be pruned in late ...

Q. When is the best time to prune a large magnolia tree that is growing into power lines in front of my home? — Jim Piders, Chicago A. Under normal conditions, the recommended time to prune a ...

Garden tip Check seed starting supplies and make sure everything is clean and ready to go. Replace the fluorescent tubes in plant lights. By Carol T. Bradford Contributing writer Dear Carol: I have a ...

A question for Dan Gill: I planted a D.D. Blanchard magnolia in 2016. I was told to wait until early spring of 2018 and then to prune vigorously to encourage the tree to become fuller. Another source ...

Magnolias are beautiful trees and shrubs, with varied coloured flowers which bloom in the spring and summer. Preferring full sunlight and moist, fertile soil, magnolias can brighten any green space.

Seeing a magnolia tree losing leaves can be worrying, but it can be part of its natural cycle. If you have a magnolia tree losing leaves, there are lots of possible causes and might not be a reason to ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I have an overgrown magnolia bush on an enclosed patio. Can it be cut way back and, if so, when? A • The proper timing for ...

Q. I have an 11-year-old magnolia tree that seems to thrive on neglect; I've never given it anything but water. However, it now resembles a large bush. I would like to shape it into a tree. Is now a ...