Sweetbay

 

Common Name	Sweetbay
Scientific Name	Magnolia virginiana
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	20' to 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	Yes
Comments	widely planted as an ornamental; semi-evergreen; leaves dark green on top, silvery on bottom; creamy white, lemon scented flowers 2-3" in diameter; larval plant food for butterflies