Magnolia virginiana
White pubescence on underside of leaf is found on hardier forms-may be deciduous-fragrant flowers throughout summer.
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| Common Name | sweetbay magnolia |
| Landscape Zone | LZ3 |
| Firewise Rating | MODERATELY Firewise (2) |
| Urban Use | High |
| Invasive | No |
| Native | Yes |
| Utility Use | No |
| Ladder Potential without Pruning | Yes |
| Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Heat Tolerance Zone | 8 |
| Sun Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Tolerance to Poorly Drained Soils | High |
| Salt Tolerance | Yes |
| Drought Resistance | Medium |
| Pest Resistance | High |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Plant Form | Vase |
| Plant Height Mature Size in feet | 25 |
| Plant Height Mature Size in meters | 7.5 |
| Trunk Size | Multi-stem < 6, Single, |
| Bark | Smooth |
| Leaf Arrangement | Alternate |
| Leaf Persistance | Evergreen |
| Leaf Color | Green Silver Back; Non-evergreen |
| Leaf Type | Simple |
| Leaf Characteristics | Leathery-open |
