The Moonglow® Sweet Bay Magnolia, also known as Magnolia virginiana 'Jim Wilson', is a cultivar of the Sweet Bay Magnolia tree. It is a popular choice for landscapes and gardens due to its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and compact size.
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Size: The Moonglow® Sweet Bay Magnolia is a small to medium-sized tree that typically reaches a height of 15-30 feet and a spread of 10-20 feet. It has a pyramidal to rounded crown.
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Leaves: The leaves of the Moonglow® Sweet Bay Magnolia are dark green, glossy, and oblong in shape. They have a leathery texture and emit a pleasant fragrance when crushed. The leaves are evergreen in warmer climates but may turn yellow or brown in colder regions.
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Flowers: The Moonglow® Sweet Bay Magnolia produces creamy white, fragrant flowers that have a lemony scent. The flowers are cup-shaped and appear in late spring to early summer. They attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
SE N. American Coast: GA Native |
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Height: |
20' - 25’ |
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Spread: |
7' - 18' |
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Spacing: |
12’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Regular water in first year.
LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Foundation Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Gibraltar Azalea, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Gardenia Radicans
IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Magnolia virginiana Moonglow 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
Photo by David J. Stang, Magnolia virginiana Moonglow 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
