Sweet Bay
Magnolia virginiana
Description:
Small tree with showy, aromatic white flowers. Semi evergreen leaves and brilliant red ornamental fruit. Spicy, aromatic leaves. 10 to 30 feet tall. Blooms mid June. Wet to moist acidic soils. Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Sweetbay Magnolia, Southern Sweetbay |
| Plant Family: | Magnoliaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Trees |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds, Butterflies |
| Bloom Time: | Late May to June |
| Fruit Timing: | Early August to October |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Wet |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Partial shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Wet |