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Magnolia virginiana
Laurel magnolia
Deciduous tree
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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.

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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.

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