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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 15, 2018
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    his can be just a little tricky. You must start with fresh seeds, as when they dry out they will no longer germinate. Then you have to give them a certain amount of time in a cold or refrigerated environment. After that they will germinate. It is worthy to note that these will, more than likely, not look much like the parent tree if they are a hybrid. Here is an article with more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/propagating-magnolia-seeds.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    October 20, 2018
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    That curious-looking thing is the magnolia's seed pod.

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  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    December 3, 2018
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    No photos came through so we can only give general information.

    For a large tree with a significant cavity, it is best to consult with a certifed arborist to determine risk for structural failure based on solid wood vs decayed area and potential targets if the tree were to fail structurally.
    Other than risk assessment, there is not much you can do to suppress advance of the wood decay within the cavity, except to keep the tree as healthy as possible with good soil and water management.
    Filling and draining cavities is an obsolete practice for professional arborists.
    The tree has natural defenses to resist advance of decay. You can prevent the harboring of animals and mosquitos with screening over the opening.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 19, 2018
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    I believe you are referring to the "cones". If so, then yes. With a little preparation, you can grow the red seeds within this cone then they are mature. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/propagating-magnolia-seeds.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 23, 2018
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    This is a deciduous Magnolia tree. This does not like to be pruned, and this is especially so as the tree gets older. I notice that this has been pruned before, which leads me to believe that a light pruning may be tolerated but this should be done right after a majority of the flowers drop.

    This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/pruning-magnolia-trees.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 4, 2019
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    This article will help you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/magnolia/magnolia-blooming-problems.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 12, 2019
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    This selection of trees will not be suitable for this application. Most trees will not grow to entangle on their own, and this is even less of a possibility when the trees are not directly related. These three magnolias have different final shapes, and growth patterns. This will present many problems when trying to force these to grow together. Last, the competition between these trees will be fierce. They will be fighting for rootspace, and nutrients constantly. It is likely that by the end of it, only one tree will remain. I would give these three adequate room to grow.

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