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Magnolia virginiana /Sweet Bay Magnolia
Foliage, flower, and seed cone
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Scientific Name:
Magnolia virginiana
Common Name:
Sweet Bay Magnolia
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
30-50 feet
Spread:
20- 30 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Red
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist, Wet
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Performs well in a wide range of soil conditions from moderately wet to slightly dry. Leaves are medium green above and silvery beneath. It may be semi-evergreen in cold climates. It has fragrant flowers and birds eat the mature, red seeds.