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Back to buying optionsSweetbay Magnolia Live Tree – Magnolia virginiana – 6–12" Fragrant Flowering Shrub in Pot
Bring natural beauty and delightful fragrance to your garden with this Sweetbay Magnolia live plant (Magnolia virginiana). This elegant flowering tree is admired for its glossy green foliage and beautiful, creamy-white flowers with a sweet, lemon-like fragrance. Its attractive appearance makes it a wonderful addition to garden beds, landscapes, patios, and container displays. This young plant measures approximately 6–12 inches tall and is ready to grow in your garden. Please note that orders shipped to California, Oregon, and Washington will be shipped bare root without a pot.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Sweetbay Magnolia plant
✔️ Approximately 6–12 inches tall
✔️ Young flowering tree/shrub starter
✔️ Grown in a nursery pot for most locations
✔️ California, Oregon, and Washington orders ship bare root
✔️ Plant size and appearance may vary
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Sweetbay Magnolia
Botanical Name: Magnolia virginiana
Plant Type: Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen Flowering Tree
Growth Stage: Live Starter Plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, rich, well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil, especially while establishing
Mature Height: Approximately 10–35 feet, depending on climate and growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Yes, when young; requires a large container as it matures
💡 Care Tip: Plant your Sweetbay Magnolia in a location with full sun to partial shade and consistently moist, well-draining soil. It prefers slightly acidic soil and benefits from regular watering during its establishment period. Protect young plants from drying out, especially during hot weather.
