Sweetbay Magnolia



Species
Magnolia virginiana
Family
Magnoliaceae
Campus Location
Along the bioswale on Sid Snyder Avenue
Native Range
Southeast United States
Description
- Semi-evergreen to evergreen and grows 40 to 60 feet tall.
- No known serious susceptibilities.
- Landscape uses include decks and patios, specimen and street tree plantings.
History and significance:
The sweetbay magnolia was the first magnolia to be cultivated in England, in 1688.