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Magnolia virginiana Laurel magnolia Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Magnolia virginiana plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Massachussets to Florida, west to Missouria and Tennessee. It is a member of the Magnoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Laurel magnolia. Some home gardeners know the variety as M. glauca. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Magnolia virginiana Common Name: Laurel magnolia Family: Magnoliaceae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 10 Mature Width: 6 Habitat: Wet acid sandy barrens and swamps at low elevations[184, 229].
Cultivation Notes: Requires a sunny sheltered position in a deep soil that does not dry out in the summer[11]. Plants are also tolerant of wet soils[238]. Succeeds in acid or neutral soils in sun or part shade[184]. Dislikes limey soils[11]. Tolerates some alkalinity so long as there is at least 50cm of good soil above the alkaline layer[202]. The branches are brittle so a sheltered position is required[200]. Plants are very tolerant of atmospheric pollution[200].
Mature dormant plants are hardy to about -20°c but the flowers are easily damaged by frost or wind.[184]. A warmth-loving species, it is best grown in the south and east of Britain[11].
The fleshy roots are easily damaged and any transplanting is best done during a spell of mild moist weather in late spring[182].
A slow growing tree but it flowers whilst young[182]. The flowers have a delicious scent of lemons[182].
A number of cultivars have been developed for their ornamental value.
For further Magnolia virginiana gardening information click on one of the blue links below Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses
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