Sweetbay Magnolia Tree

An Exceptional Summer-Flowering Native Tree Sit in the shade of Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana), and you'll enjoy the citrusy fragrance of its flowers as warm summer breezes gently move through your garden. You'll also appreciate the elegant touch this lovely tree adds to your landscape design. And as a triple bonus, it's a fabulous backyard wildlife habitat tree that beckons birds and butterflies! A Feast for the Senses and a Treat for Wildlife • White flowers.Creamy-white and lemon-scented, Sweetbay Magnolia's flowers are cup-shaped and large '– the waxy petals form blooms that grow up to 4 inches in diameter. Dark-green leaves with silvery undersides provide a stunning backdrop for the white flowers. A profusion of flowers appears in May and June, but this tree typically blooms sporadically throughout the summer '– don't be surprised if it's still lightly flowering in September! • Bird- and butterfly-friendly. Native plants attract native butterfly species, and this Southeas