Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Are magnolias sold grafted? What's happening to my 'Vulcan'?, 1 by moyesii

moyesii wrote:
Hi. I have 2 young specimens of magnolia 'Vulcan' from Wayside Gardens. They were planted about 2 years ago. This year I noticed that the leaves on one of the main branches are much different from the rest that are coming from lower down the trunk. Please see picture. Are magnolias often sold grafted? Am I seeing a case of rootstock taking over, or is it a cultivation issue? My other 'Vulcan' (not pictured) is completely taken over by these smaller, light green leaves.