Frank Deford

In days of yore, Opening Day of the baseball season was special, signifying that spring had come at last. Today, however, Opening Day sort of dribbles into existence, and the spiritual start of spring now belongs to the Masters golf tournament, where the azaleas and magnolias and dogwood bloom.

American Writer

William Cullen Bryant

A beautiful city is Richmond, seated on the hills that overlook the James River. The dwellings have a pleasant appearance, often standing by themselves in the midst of gardens. In front of several, I saw large magnolias, their dark, glazed leaves glittering in the March sunshine.

American Poet

Meghan Daum

I have bougainvillea and a magnolia tree outside my window. Not that anything will ever beat the view I had from my desk window in my little farmhouse in Nebraska. Just a dirt road stretching out as far as you could see, with prairie grass on either side.

American Author

Maya Angelou

The most important thing I can tell you about aging is this: If you really feel that you want to have an off-the-shoulder blouse and some big beads and thong sandals and a dirndl skirt and a magnolia in your hair, do it. Even if you're wrinkled.

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

The individual man is transitory, but the pulse of life and of growth goes on after he is gone, buried under a wreath of magnolia leaves.

Linda Johnson Rice

I would describe my mother as a steel magnolia. She was very intelligent, very persuasive.

American Businesswoman

Magnolia trees are often mentioned in relation to garden design and landscaping.

Botanical Decor

The magnolia is associated with the American South, expressing its traditional values and beauty.

Southern Symbol

Magnolias are known for their strong, sweet scent, which is referenced in perfumes and candles.

Floral Fragrance

Magnolia flowers are a sign of spring and often represent new beginnings in poetry.

Spring Indicator

Magnolia flowers are admired for their visual beauty in art and photography.

Visual Elegance

In some cultures, magnolia flowers are used in special events like weddings and festivals.

Cultural Events

The color magnolia is a neutral shade preferred for its subtlety in interior design.

Subtle Interiors

Magnolia as a color can serve as a soft background, allowing other colors to stand out.

Background Shade

The color magnolia is often used to create a warm and cozy atmosphere in homes.

Warm Atmosphere

 Would be, would have burnt our reserve. So this was an early storm. Unexpected, completely. So it was really a gift, because without, it will be just a complete mess and it's the area of the magnolias, we were protecting the brand new species,

Battling To Save...

 unique tree oh that looks like a magnolia but I've only seen purple ones oh here these ones are kind of pink look at little purple flowers little blue ones

Hello Cherry Blossoms PIPE...

 Nobody knew -- everyone thought they were wooden boots. Actually, I have them on stage with grapevines, magnolias -- truly stunning. Poetry matters.