Species: Magnolia virginiana
(mag-nol'ee-ah ver-jin-i-ay'nah)
Sweetbay Magnolia
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
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In Collection(s):
None Listed
Cultivars
Several varieties exists for this plant although many are not commonly found in the trade currently. Selection for cold-hardy evergreen forms has been a focus.
'Green Shadow', 'Havener', 'Henry Hicks', 'Mardi Gras', 'Mattie Mae Smith', 'Milton', 'Moonglow', 'Northern Belle', 'Plena', 'Sweet Thing', 'Tensaw', 'var. australis'Ornamental Characteristics
Tree < 30 feet
10' - 20' (spread 10' - 20')
Deciduous
single stem tree to large rounded shrub
tolerates shade; winter damage may be a problem; best in sheltered locations in zone 5
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun
5b
Requires acid (pH 5.0 to 7.0)
lemon-scented, waxy-white flowers appear in June; gray bark and silvery backed foliage make it an attractive shrub
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
No diseases listed
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
Native to Eastern and Midwestern N. America. Semi evergreen in a warmer climate
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Moisture Tolerance
