Transform your garden with the Sweetbay Magnolia Plant, a stunning ornamental tree with elegant, fragrant white flowers that bloom from late May to early June. This versatile and hardy tree thrives in USDA zones 5-10, bringing natural beauty and a fresh aroma to your garden.
Features and Specifications:
This Sweetbay Magnolia reaches mature heights of up to 30 feet with a spread of 10-30 feet, making it an ideal focal point for landscapes. The blooms are known for their sweet fragrance, and the lush green foliage provides year-round appeal. For customers in California, the plant ships bareroot for easy planting.
Growing Information:
Sweetbay Magnolia grows well in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types but performs best with slightly acidic conditions. With moderate drought tolerance, it remains resilient in changing climates.
Care Instructions:
Water your Sweetbay Magnolia regularly during its first year to establish strong roots. Pruning is best done in winter to shape the tree and encourage healthy growth. Fertilize annually with a balanced tree fertilizer to support vibrant blooms each season.
Value Proposition and Unique Benefits:
The Sweetbay Magnolia is perfect for enhancing any garden or landscape. Its fragrant blooms provide sensory appeal, making it a popular choice for front yards, parks, and patios. The tree’s moderate size makes it versatile for small and large spaces alike, while its low-maintenance nature ensures lasting enjoyment with minimal effort.
Key Features:
- Type of plant: Sweetbay Magnolia Tree
- Condition: Live Plant (Ships bareroot to CA)
- Mature Size: 30 ft tall x 10-30 ft spread
- Growing Conditions: Moist, well-draining soil; slightly acidic
- USDA Zone Growing: 5-10
- Soil Type: Adaptable, prefers slightly acidic soil
- Sunlight Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Expected Planting Period: Best planted in spring or fall