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Plant Habit: Shrub
Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 6-15 feet
Plant Spread: 6-8 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Fruiting Time: Late summer or early fall
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: 3"-4"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Shrubby Michelia
  • Magnolia

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Location: j c raulston arboretum, ncsu,  raleigh, north carolina
Date: 2021-04-06
Location: j c raulston arboretum, ncsu,  raleigh, north carolina
Date: 2024-03-26

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