Magnificent Magnolias
- nancy6869
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min read
Updated: Dec 20, 2022
Thanks to donor support, this year we were able to uncover many Magnolias from invasive plants. We have 40+ Magnolias and they are one of our most important collections. In the 1970s, horticulturist Tony Dove established our collection, grafting magnolias, including Magnolia ‘Eric Savil’ (M. sprengeri).
However, growth of invasive plants, like ivy and blackberry, had made it impossible to access some of the Magnolias for identification. This year, we cleared 2 acres of invasive plants, including 1/2 an acres of bamboo, which hid a unique Magnolia called Magnolia veitchii (See photo below thanks to the San Francisco Botanical Gardens).

We were also able to add new species, like Magnolia ashei, endangered in some areas. London Town prioritizes biodiversity as we work to help conserve endangered botanical specimens.
To further our propagation efforts, this year our staff was able to collect over 100 seeds from 2 different species and 4 separate trees. These seeds are now in cold stratification for propagation in February 2023. Some of these seeds will also be shared with the International Magnolia Society and will be available for purchase in the gardens.
During our rescue operation, we even re-discovered a lost garden bed overlooking the South River. Named "Wild Azalea Hills," the bed was planted in late 1990’s to highlight Azaleas, Camellias, and Magnolias. We will be working on restoring it to its former glory.

Azalea Glade at Historic London Town



If you need to convert md to pdf with support for Asian characters, this is the tool. It uses Noto fonts so everything renders flawlessly. A huge time-saver for international teams.
I was bummed when I initially missed the https://planet-clicker.co
Earnhardt Jr. is my speed demon in Kart Bros io. On tracks like Mountain and Desert, his ability to maintain high velocity is unmatched. The game does a great job making each character feel unique and strategic.
High-intensity sessions in this Pomodoro Timer are perfect for my peak energy windows. It’s designed for fast execution and meaningful progress in short, powerful bursts. It helps me capitalize on those moments of high focus without being constrained by a rigid schedule.
The way you presented complex information so simply is remarkable. I admire your ability to convey such detailed information in an accessible way. bear clicker