Umbrella Magnolia

Magnolia tripetala

Just off the circular lawn in front of the mansion heading south toward the formal gardens is a cluster of trees. Look for the tree with the large leaves. This is the umbrella magnolia. The tree gets its name from the large leaves which can give the appearance of a parasol. The flowers are large and appear in the spring, with six to nine creamy-white petals and a large red style, which in late summer to early fall develops into a scarlet fruit.