Native TreesSemi-evergreen tree
Sweetbay Magnolia
Magnolia virginiana
A graceful native magnolia with creamy white, lemon-scented flowers and silvery-backed leaves. More compact than Southern Magnolia and tolerates wet conditions.
Growth Habits
Size
Height: 10-30 feet
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs
Moderate to high watering
Bloom Time
Late spring to summer
Wildlife Attractions
Attracts
Pollinators (flowers)Birds (seeds)
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