Upright, bushy, semi-evergreen tree. Blooms in June, then in sporadically throughout the summer withcreamy white, lemon scented, flowers.Foliage is leathery, glossy medium green with silvery undersides. Leaves will remain on the tree late. Requires an acid soil. Slow to re-establish after transplanting. Keep a generous mulch ring over shallow roots. Botanical Name- Magnolia virginiana Pronunciation- mag-NO-lee-uh ver-jin-ee-AY-nuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 15 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil; will tolerate wet soils Current Size- 7′ Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Late spring Companion Plants- English Roseum Rhododendron – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Primarily beetle-pollinated, also visited by bees; fruit eaten by birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly after flowering to shape or remove damaged wood. Prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. Fertilize in early spring for best growth. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering, removing dead or crossing branches. Maintain an open structure to showcase fragrant blooms. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. In clay, add compost to help with aeration. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Scale insects, leaf spot
