{"product_id":"5-seeds-sweetbay-magnolia-virginiana-tree-fragrant-white-blooms","title":"5 Seeds Sweetbay Magnolia Virginiana Tree Fragrant White Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana) is a graceful, semi-evergreen to deciduous tree known for its creamy white, lemon-scented flowers that bloom from late spring into summer. Its attractive glossy green leaves have silvery undersides, adding subtle shimmer to the landscape, and it makes a lovely specimen or accent tree in garden beds or naturalized areas. This plant offers ornamental beauty with its delicate blooms, smooth gray bark, and lush foliage, appealing to gardeners seeking a refined yet adaptable tree for moist or average soils.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse these seeds to grow a charming ornamental tree that thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching a mature height of 10 to 20 feet depending on conditions. It is well-suited for borders, near ponds or streams, or as a focal point where its fragrant flowers can be enjoyed. The tree has a moderate growth rate and can be planted in spring or fall, with spacing of 15 to 20 feet apart to allow for proper spread. Note that germination can be slow and may require patience, making this a rewarding project for dedicated gardeners.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Magnolia virginiana\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Sweetbay Magnolia\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Upright, branching\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Moist, well-draining, acidic to neutral\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 5-9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratify seeds for 60-90 days, then sow\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed trays or directly outdoors after stratification\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 15-20 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Seeds may take 1-3 months to germinate after stratification; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663056863368,"sku":"EXGA-137","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_411454ad-306c-4fb0-a5d2-9509aa7852d5.png?v=1791895528","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-sweetbay-magnolia-virginiana-tree-fragrant-white-blooms","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}