Magnolia, Sweetbay

Scientific Name: Magnolia virginiana
Zone: 5-9
Mature Height: 10-20 ft
Mature Width: 10-20 ft
Fruit: Cone like cluster of red fruit
Flowers: Large fragrant, white flowers
Bloom Time: April
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year)
Soil: acidic, moist, well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Good
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: yellow or orange
Wildlife Value: Larval host for several butterfly species, cover and pollen source.