Sweetbay Magnolia Live Tree in Gallon Pot | Fragrant White Flowers | Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen

About This Plant

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana) is an ornamental evergreen to semi-evergreen tree/large shrub valued for glossy green foliage, an upright growth habit, and fragrant creamy-white flowers that appear when mature. Young plants are shipped in a gallon nursery pot and will establish over time to reach a mature height of approximately 10–35 feet, depending on climate and conditions.

What You Will Receive

1 live Sweetbay Magnolia plant grown and shipped in a gallon nursery pot. It is a healthy, fully rooted young tree with glossy green foliage and fragrant flowers may appear as it matures.

• Gallon nursery pot
• Healthy, fully rooted young plant
• Glossy green ornamental foliage
• Fragrant creamy-white flowers when mature

Note: No shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico.

Growing Information

Common Name: Sweetbay Magnolia
Botanical Name: Magnolia virginiana
Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen ornamental tree / large shrub
Growth Stage: Young established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil preferred
Watering: Regular during establishment; maintain consistent moisture
Mature Height: Approximately 10–35 feet depending on climate and growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–10
Container Friendly: Yes while young

Care Tip: Water thoroughly after arrival and keep soil consistently moist while acclimating. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. If transplanting, allow adequate room for mature spread. Seasonal leaf loss or reduced growth in colder weather can be normal, especially in cooler climates where it behaves more like semi-evergreen or deciduous.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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