.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Moonglow' Sweetbay Magnolia Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow' - Single Stem Description A deciduous magnolia known for its elegant, fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring. The tree features lush green foliage that turns vibrant in fall and has a graceful, upright growth habit suitable for various landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, specimen planting, and woodland gardens. Its showy blooms also make it a beautiful focal point in landscape designs. Plant Details Botanical Name: Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow' Common Name: Moonglow' Sweetbay Magnolia Size & Growth: Typically reaches 15-20 ft tall with a spread of 8-12 ft; grows at a moderate rate. Hardiness Zones: Zones 5-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growing Container Friendly: Yes, with regular pruning Deer Resistant: Moderately resistant Pet Warning: Avoid ingestion; contains mild toxins Fragrant: Yes, highly fragrant flowers Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Ferns, azaleas, and other shade-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, acidic soil Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained organic soil Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Mulch around the base and protect in colder zones if necessary Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery pot Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Keep soil consistently moist; mulch to retain moisture