Magnolia virginiana 'Dwarf' (Don Shadow Sweetbay Magnolia)

The Don Shadow Sweetbay Magnolia, scientifically known as Magnolia virginiana 'Dwarf', is a compact and dwarf evergreen tree. It features glossy dark green leaves and produces fragrant, creamy-white flowers with a lemon scent. This cultivar of the native Sweetbay Magnolia is ideal for small gardens or as a specimen tree in a mixed border. It attracts various pollinators and is commonly found in wetland areas and near bodies of water.