| Botanical Name |
Magnolia virginiana |
| Common Name |
Sweetbay Magnolia |
| Plant Type |
Tree |
| Hardiness Zone |
5-10 |
| Height |
10-35 ft. |
| Spread |
10-35 ft. |
| Habit |
upright, irregular vase |
| Exposure |
full sun to part shade |
| Bloom Type |
March-April |
| Bloom Color |
white |
| Flower |
showy, fragrant |
| Autumn/Winter Intrest |
insignificant |
| Suggested Use |
specimen, groupings, accent plant |
| Locations |
Many locations throughout park |
| Notes |
A handsome semi-evergreen tree with 2 to 3 in. creamy-white, lemon-scented flowers against a background of glossy green leaves. A lovely small patio, shade or specimen tree. |