You should consider adding magnolias to your backyard landscape.

Why?

They are easy to grow and relatively pest free. Most have large showy flowers and attractive large leaves. Many are evergreen and attractive year round.

There are many great shrub-sized magnolias for the smaller garden. Check with your local garden center to find magnolias and to find the best time to plant in your area.

As a rule of thumb, it is best to plant in the early spring in the  northern areas  and in the fall in the southern areas.