Description
Magnolia virginiana (also called Sweetbay Magnolia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States, where it is found in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests. It prefers full sun to partial shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Magnolia virginiana flower is white and cup-shaped, with 6-9 petals and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is a single, large, brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnolia virginiana can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix, and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. Layering can be done in late spring or early summer, and the rooted cutting should be potted up in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Magnolia virginiana
Magnolia virginiana is native to the United States, where it can be found in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.