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    Ornamental/Flowering Tree

    Sweetbay Magnolia

    Aaron Approved

    Magnolia virginiana

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Part Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesTolerates moist soils, acidic
    Mature Size40-50' x 15-25'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorMay-Jun; creamy white, fragrant (often repeats)
    Fall ColorVariable, semi-evergreen
    Wildlife ValueMedium - pollinators, seeds

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseNear patios/water features

    Special Features

    Native, fragrant, tolerates wet sites

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