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Did you know that all Magnolia trees have edible flowers? Photographed is a saucer magnolia, the sweetest of them all. Here’s a recipe for a quick Magnolia Petal Syrup: 2 cups saucer magnolia petals, 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice! Instructions: Gently rinse the magnolia petals under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the magnolia petals t

Magnolia “Butterflies” is the spectacular outcome of crossing our native cucumber magnolia (Magnolia acuminata) and the Yulan magnolia (Magnolia denudata) from China. Last year, the flowers of this tree were zapped by frost before they could open. The lack of frost the last few weeks have allowed it to reach its full glory this year. Look for this tree across from the train garden. #hsvgarden #magnolia #spring #blooms | Huntsville Botanical Garden

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