Sweetbay Magnolia 'Mardi Gras' Variegated Easy to Grow Kousa leaves are smoother and

Kousa leaves are smoother and longer than the the leaves of the native dogwood with a deep green color that makes a great backdrop for the white flowers

Creeping phlox creates a similar groundcover effect with different bloom timing

Dianthus are semi-evergreen perennials that will give you a few blooms during the entire growing season and a huge flush from late spring into early summer

and white-tailed deer also feast on the berries from September through February

It flowers approximately 2-3 weeks after native flowering dogwood and about a week before kousa dogwood

Sweetbay Magnolia 'Mardi Gras' Variegated Easy to Grow Kousa leaves are smoother andWe feel fortunate to have a few specimens of this rare and elegant plant for you. Mardi Gras Magnolia is a definitely a tree that knows how to party. Its green and yellow variegated leaves are two attractive shades of green that will add depth and a strong focal point to any garden. This elegantly shaped flowering tree is a great choice for a specimen or patio tree. Sweetbay magnolia trees feature creamy white spring and summer flowers with a sweet,