Ned's Northern Belle Sweetbay Magnolia

Very cold hardy, fragrant spring flowers

Botanical Name- Magnolia v australis 'Northern Belle'

Pronunciation- mag-NO-lee-uh ver-jin-ee-AY-nuh aus-TRAH-liss

Foliage- Semi-evergreen

Mature Width- 15 ft

Mature Height- 25 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Well-drained soil

Current Size- #7

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Late spring

Companion Plants-

Fauna Attracted- Primarily beetle-pollinated, also visited by bees; fruit eaten by birds

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C26

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly after flowering, removing only dead or weak branches. Provide deep watering during dry spells. A slow-release fertilizer in spring encourages strong growth.

Trimming Instructions- Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape. Remove damaged or rubbing branches as needed.

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