Sweet Bay Magnolia
Scientific Name
Magnolia virginiana
Geographical Considerations
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View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended
Hardiness Zones
5a to 9b
This is a native Florida plant.
Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Sweet Bay Magnolia grows best in Partial Shade.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Medium Drained to Wet
Soil pH
Acid to Slightly Acid (4.5-6.5)
Salt Tolerance
Low to None
DroughtTolerance
None
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
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Plant Type
- Trees - Large
Plant Shape
- Irregular
- Round
- Upright
Leaf Persistence
Sweet Bay Magnolia is Deciduous
Spread
20-50 feet
Height
40-60 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Size
Large
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Medium
Flower Month
- May
- June
- July
- August
Flower Color
- White
Plant Role for Butterflies
Host for the following butterflies
Additional Detail
White, spring flowers; small red seed provide food for wildlife; medium-high wind resistance. Red fruit. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts butterflies, birds
