Growth Rate
- Moderate: Sweetbay Magnolia grows at a moderate rate, typically adding about 1 to 2 feet in height per year under optimal conditions.
Size
- Mature Height: Generally reaches a height of 10 to 20 feet.
- Mature Spread: Has a spread of 10 to 15 feet.
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade. Can tolerate more shade than some other magnolia species.
- Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. It can tolerate wetter conditions than many other magnolia varieties.
- Watering: Regular watering is beneficial, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Additional Notes
- Foliage: Sweetbay Magnolia has attractive, glossy green leaves with a silvery underside, providing visual interest.
- Flowers: Produces fragrant, creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer, which adds to its ornamental appeal.
Magnolia 'Sweetbay'
$54.00Price
Excluding Sales Tax