Magnolias – an ancient favorite
(this blog contributed by Michael Pistininzi, one of our staff horiculturists) Magnolia is an ancient genus that has survived millions of years of climate changes and geological transitions. The fossil record of Magnolias date back before bees, and were believed to be pollinated mainly by beetles. Because of its endurance, the genus Magnolia is extremely […]
Our Trees are Blooming
The magnolias, cherries and even early dogwoods are starting to bloom now. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the cold, probably below freezing temperatures tonight will not cause the delicate flowers to shatter and drop their petals. The Magnolia stellata (Star magnolia) is the earliest magnolia to bloom here, while the hybrid yellow Magnolia […]
