Magnolia Gardening in America—a GreenPrints GuideBook

A history & how-to guide about a majestic beauty.

By Bill Dugan, Executive Editor

In the diverse landscape of American horticulture, one genus stands out as an embodiment of timeless elegance and natural grandeur—the magnolia. With its captivating blossoms, glossy evergreen foliage, and a rich history steeped in tradition, magnolia gardening has become an integral part of the American gardening tapestry. This botanical treasure has graced gardens from coast to coast, weaving a story of resilience, beauty, and cultural significance that has captivated generations of enthusiasts.

Now, GreenPrints has created a special guide for GreenPrints Garden Club All-Access Members that celebrates magnolias and gives you some history and how-to advice about this delightful plant—Magnolia Gardening in America—a GreenPrints GuideBook.

With this new GuideBook, you get:

“Magnolia Gardens in America: A Blossoming Tapestry of Beauty and Tradition”: Get introduced to magnolia gardening in America, steeped in southern tradition, and learn how magnolias are featured in literature, art, and folklore—giving magnolias a grand cultural significance.
“Magnolia Gardens in America: A Storied Tapestry of Botanical Beauty”: From early encounters with magnolias by English settlers to magnolia gardening in the American South, learn all about how this magnificent plant has evolved—especially taking root in the “Magnolia Belt” and expanding beyond that region.
“Popular Magnolia Varieties”: You get 9 top magnolia varieties for planting—complete with full plant profiles—tips for caring for each type of plant, and gorgeous depictions of each magnificent magnolia variety.
“Magnolia Gardening Plant Hardiness Zones”: Get the latest information on magnolia varieties and plant-hardiness-zone compatibility—including which specific zones are best for specific varieties of magnolias.
“Visiting American Magnolia Gardens and Festivals: A Celebration of Floral Splendor”: You get the inside scoop on visiting public magnolia gardens and festivals—the best of the best all around the country (not all of them are in the south), including practical tips for visiting them.
“Magnolia Care Basics: Cultivating Elegance in Your Garden”: From choosing the right varieties for your climate and planting them to watering, fertilizing, pruning, and mulching your magnolias, this chapter is must-have for any magnolia gardener. Plus, valuable advice on avoiding diseases and pests!
“Exploring American Magnolia Gardening Resources: Societies, Websites, Books, Communities, and Retailers”: You get a diverse range of magnolia-gardening resources to help you plant and enjoy the magnificent magnolia!