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Sweetbay Magnolia

Magnolia Virginiana

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Overview

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana) is an elegant, small deciduous tree, reaching 10-20 feet in height. Noted for its fragrant, creamy-white flowers blooming in late spring to summer, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, acidic soils. Its glossy green leaves with silvery undersides provide a striking visual, while red fruit attracts birds. Hardy in Zones 5-10, it’s an exquisite choice for mixed borders or focal points.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) — is a versatile addition to any garden or landscape design; hardy in Zones 5-10, it‚Äôs an exquisite, image 56

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Mature height
12–35 Ft.
Mature width
12–35 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Magnoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) — showcasing a moderate growth rate; creamy-white flowers blooming in late spring to summer, image 59
Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) — tree with white blooms; which turn to a pale yellow in autumn, image 95
Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) — This deciduous to semi-evergreen tree; lemony scent from late spring to early summer
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