Why didn't my magnolia tree produce flowers this year?

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Additional info:
A branch from a neighboring tree fell on it last summer & broke a branch off. I have noticed a bunch of new limbs sprouting from the break.
Also, we did have a unusually cold spring, but I don't think we got any frost when the flowers should have been blooming.

I live in the midwest, and this tree blooms once a year in the spring. There were huge buds present this past spring, but no flowers.

Also, thanks for the great info jerry, but the "neighboring" tree was in my yard. I just meant that tree was next to my magnolia.

Answer 1

Here in NE Ohio, we had a major freeze the first week in April. A lot of Magnolias were just about to bloom and the flowers were killed. We had temps of 80 degrees one day followed by three nights of lower 20's. Our neighbor's Magnolia didn't have any flowers on it, either. Our Redbud and Dogwood didn't have any flowers, either, so we expect you experienced the same as the low temps were widespread. Barring another spring like last year, the trees should bloom again next year.

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Answer 2

While not knowing your area of the country, many Magnolias
bloom twice a year. The one in the spring is the most spectacular, however, they tend to bloom again in August or Sept. If the tree you have does not show buds now it will not bloom. If it shows buds allow the showing of it and photograph the buds and damage to the tree.
The regular fert would have helped versus hurt the tree in it's recovery. By the time the fert worked it's way to the roots the tree should have already flowered (sorry responder). The tree is probably in shock and can respond given what it does in late summer or fall.
Should the tree not bloom at all this summer or fall contact your neighbor for a homeowners claim of damages. At best you can be friendly and expect a minimum payment of less than $200. On contact with the insurance demand complete removal of your existing tree, roots included, plus the replacement.
Let the tree be. If it blooms the second bloom get a basic
10-20-10 with minerals fert spikes. You will need to place these outside the dripline of the tree at the manuf. specs for distance. If you notice any other die-back on the tree, increased insect activity, or any fungi, contact your neighbor immediately. Insurance is what this is about - Insure both yourself and your property.

Answer 3

By any chance, did you fertilize the grass under/around it? High-nitrogen fertilizer such as that used for lawns can inhibit flowering in many plants. If that isn't the case, then I suggest contacting a tree surgeon to have a look at the tree if it is a large and valuable plant, to see what might be the problem. Also, contact nurseries in the area; if there WAS frost in your area at a critical time, I suspect they will be aware of it and know that MANY magnolias didn't bloom.

Good luck!

Answer 4

a lot of signs and symptoms how does one forget approximately approximately all of them. i'll place myself in a field and allow the tree stay right here. this is a gorgeous poem, i like it now, I cherished it then, this answer isn't a poem. I in basic terms can not seem to make long strains at present. and that i'm off stability. Have a staggering Wednesday!

Answer 5

Too much rain or not enough sun effects how many blooms come out. I have about 10 and they did not bloom well this year, either.

Answer 6

It sounds like you may have had frost if you had a cold spring. If it was frost this year, they will flower next year.

Answer 7

Did you spend time talking with it each day? They are very sensitive plants you know.