Southern Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora
TREE PROFILE The Southern Magnolia is a gem of the Louisiana landscape with its coarse, deep green leaves. It is known for its luscious, large white flowers that bloom in the late spring. As an evergreen, Magnolias do not lose their leaves in the winter, beautifying the Greenway year-round.
WHERE TO FIND THIS TREE Southern Magnolias are thriving on the Greenway between N. Dorgenois St and N. Broad St.
Photo by Patrick Niddrie