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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Cuba, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Native

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Magnolia virginiana SouthernMagnolia virginiana

Southern

Southern Sweetbay Magnolia, Sweetbay, Sweetbay Magnolia

In Stock: 4.998 lb (Total:4.998lb)

Magnolia virginiana Southern

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5 lb TN

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

8,201

Quantity:

5 lb

Collected in:

Tennessee

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836313

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting Magnolia virginiana, affectionately known as Sweetbay Magnolia. A native marvel from the southeastern U.S. to New York, this elegant tree features striking, creamy-white flowers that emit a delightful lemony fragrance. Each blossom, adorned with 9-12 petals, can appear from mid-spring through summer, providing a long-lasting spectacle. As autumn approaches, Sweetbay Magnolia creates visual interest with its attractive cone-like fruits housing vibrant red seeds.

This versatile tree adapts to wet soils and shaded areas, making it ideal for diverse landscapes. With evergreen, semi-evergreen, or deciduous variations, the evergreen form stands out, offering year-round dark green foliage contrasted by ghostly pale undersides. Perfect for gardens big or small, it can grow up to 60 feet, yet remains manageable with pruning.

Whether you seek a standalone ornamental tree or a delightful garden companion, Sweetbay Magnolia, also known as silver bay, white laurel, or swamp sassafras, promises to charm with its beauty and resilience. Experience its allure in your garden today!