2 tree species from Magnolias.
Evergreen Hardwood
Southern magnolias are iconic trees of the South with large, glossy evergreen leaves and fragrant white flowers. They are dense, pyramidal trees that cast year-round shade. The thick, leathery leaves take a long time to decompose, which frustrates homeowners trying to maintain lawns or gardens beneath them. Leaf drop is heaviest in spring when new growth pushes off old leaves. Magnolia scale is the largest scale insect in North America and can heavily infest southern magnolias, producing honeydew and sooty mold. The wood is moderately hard. Surface roots are common in mature specimens and can damage sidewalks. Southern magnolias are often pruned up (crown raised) to provide clearance beneath the lower canopy.
$1,000-$3,500 (removal)
Deciduous Hardwood
Saucer magnolias are small ornamental trees grown for their spectacular spring flowers that bloom before the leaves emerge. The flowers range from white to pink to purple depending on the cultivar. Late frosts are the biggest enemy of saucer magnolias because the flowers are extremely cold-sensitive, and a single late freeze can destroy the entire flower display. Tree service work on saucer magnolias is mostly aesthetic pruning to maintain shape. They develop a naturally attractive branching pattern and should be pruned minimally. Magnolia scale can be a problem. The small size makes removal quick and inexpensive. Saucer magnolias are commonly planted as front-yard specimen trees.
$300-$800 (removal)