Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

Magnolia

Considered one of the best evergreen magnolias, Kay Parris is a cross between Little Gem and Bracken's Brown Beauty. Kay Parris has glossy, medium-green leaves with wavy leaf margins, deep orange-brown and almost velvet-like underside. Fragrant flowers bloom late May to late September, attract pollinators, and are a bit smaller than the standard Southern magnolia flowers.

Magnolias provide songbirds nesting sites, shelter for wildlife, and food for caterpillars, birds, and small mammals. 

At 15-20' tall and 8-10' wide at maturity, its compact, upright growth habit makes it an exceptional medium-sized, evergreen tree for smaller yards.

  • Broadleaf, evergreen tree with fragrant white flowers
  • Petite size is excellent for smaller landscapes
  • Blooms at an early age

  • Category: Tree, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 6-9
  • Height: 15-20 ft
  • Spread: 8-10 ft
  • Bloom Color: White
  • Foliage Color: Green
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Landscape Characteristics
Flowers
Foliage Color
Fragrance
Ornamental Fruit
Classification by Use
Color Impact
Foundation Planting
Hedge/Screen
Native
Specialty Use
Wildlife Garden
Animal Resistance
Deer Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Songbirds
Habit
Compact
Pyramidal
Upright
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring
Summer
Winter
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Well-Drained
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Green
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

Plant in rich, well-drained soil, somewhat acidic soil that stays reasonably moist. Tolerates high moisture levels, but does not tolerate overly wet or swampy soils and prolonged flooding. Will grow in full sun or part shade. Protect from winter sun and wind in northerly areas.