Scientific Name Magnolia virginiana Common Name Sweet bay; Swamp magnolia	Native Trees, Vines, and Shrubs Plant Fact Sheets Consumer Hort

	Hardiness Zones: 6-9
	Habit: Semi Evergreen
	Exposure: Sun to partial shade; moist soil
	Height: 20 to 30' but can reach 60'
	Flower/Fruit: 3" creamy white flowers with lemon scent from late spring to late summer; red seeds
	Comments: Underside of leaf is blue-white to silvery; smooth bark; narrow, rounded crown; shallow roots; multistemmed; upright spreading habit; aromatic spicy leaves and twigs; fruit attracts birds; larval food for swallowtails
	Cultivars: M. virginia var. australis (more evergreen); Henry Hicks

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