Sweet Bay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana)
Not TheoryDrawn directly from Justin Rhodes’ hands-on work
making it perfect for fresh eating and adding depth to recipes and cider blends
and adaptability to diverse landscapes
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Sweetgum Pot size:2 Gallon Sweet Bay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana)Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) Sweetgum is a stately, deciduous tree known for its star shaped leaves and spectacular fall colors, which range from deep red and orange to purple and yellow. Growing 60 75 feet tall, Sweetgum is a favorite for larger landscapes, urban plantings, and naturalized areas. In early spring, Sweetgum produces small, inconspicuous greenish yellow flowers that develop into round, spiky fruit capsules, often called