23+ Bracken's Brown Beauty Southern Magnolia Tree. Although 'bracken's brown beauty' is winter hardy to usda zone 5b, it is still probably best sited in a protected location in the st. Brackens brown beauty has done great in my cold corner and has never shown any winter damage.
Foliage is glossy, dark green on top with a cinnamon brown underside.
Magnolia grandiflora is a broadleaf evergreen tree that is noted for its attractive dark green leaves and its large, extremely fragrant flowers. Densely pyramidal, low branching, stately evergreen tree; Many horticulturists consider this one of the best southern. With proper pruning, southern magnolia trees can also be used.