Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) - Flowering Trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Hardiness zone

5-9

Min. Temperature

−20°F (−29°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

Sweetbay Magnolia

Magnolia Virginiana

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness zone: 5-9
Min. Temperature: −20°F (−29°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height10 ft-35 ft

Mature spread10 ft-20 ft

Plant typeFlowering Trees

Bloom seasonSpring, Summer

Foliage typeSemi evergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia Virginiana) - Flowering Trees

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