The early spring magnolia blossoms are in abundance now. The Saucer Magnolia tree's blossoms are dazzling their colors.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/30 sec.; ISO-100; 135mm
The Saucer Magnolia tree in my backyard is a real show-stopper when it blossoms.
Photographs taken during April 2018.
Saucer Magnolia Tree
The Saucer Magnolia tree has pink and white blooms in the early spring. The tree grows to a height of 10 to 20 feet and has a spread of 20 to 30 feet. The tree can be grown in plant hardiness zones 4 to 9. You can purchase Saucer Magnolia trees from Amazon.com.
USDA Zone Map
Buds on 16 April 2018
Here is a picture of the buds on the Royal Star Magnolia tree beginning to show signs of opening.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/13; 1/30 sec.; ISO-100; 33mm
First Blooms on 24 April 2018
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/30 sec.; ISO-100; 135mm
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/30 sec.; ISO-100; 135mm
More Blooms on 25 April 2018
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/25 sec.; ISO-100; 28mm
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/25 sec.; ISO-100; 28mm
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/20; 1/25 sec.; ISO-100; 112mm
Full Blooms on 25 April 2018
This picture was taken through a somewhat dirty window.
Original Photo: Canon EOS 7D; f/9; 1/30 sec.; ISO-100; 85mm
Equipment
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Camera | Canon EOS 7D |
| Lens | Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom |
| Filters | Tiffen UV Protection Filter, Tiffen Circular Polarizer Glass Filter |
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