Have Magnolia Trees? Here's What to Do With Fallen Petals
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What’s the most exciting part of spring? Let’s say it all together: when the trees start to bloom again!
I don’t know about you, but getting to watch the bare branches start to finally bear colorful blossoms is probably the highest level of serotonin I’ve received all year. It really doesn’t take much for me to feel better about life; sometimes all it takes is a pink petal from a magnolia tree.
Speaking of magnolia trees, did you know that their leaves aren’t just for show? There’s a way to utilize them in your garden even after they’ve fallen and it’s honestly a game-changer.
TikTok creator Jess from @youcandoitgardening, as you can probably tell by her adorable username, is the internet’s ultimate guide to beginner gardening.
If you’ve ever had a question about a basic gardening task, like pruning or transplanting, Jess is definitely the woman to watch. She will answer all of your inquiries and explain it in a way that actually makes sense, a characteristic that is sometimes hard to find on the internet.
Jess is also a huge fan of money-saving tips and this magnolia tree trick fits right into that category.
How to Use Magnolia Tree Petals in Your Garden
We all know just how beautiful magnolia trees are, right? I mean the giant fluffy pink and purple petals? What could be prettier!
The one downside that a lot of magnolia tree owners deal with is the petal-covered ground once the tree has started slowly losing its leaves. While some homeowners might enjoy this look, others want a clean yard. But before you go ahead and rake up all of those blossoms, you might want to know this first!
Magnolia blossoms can actually be incredibly beneficial to your garden. If you rake up the petals, you can use them as organic matter to go underneath the mulch in your garden beds. They can help contain the moisture in your soil and regulate the temperature. We recommend cutting them up before adding them to your soil as this will help them break down even faster.