Tag: Magnolia virginiana

Q: I want to replace the Redbay trees which have died recently in my landscape. What would be a suitable tree?

A: You might consider planting Magnolia virginiana, Sweetbay magnolia or Swamp magnolia. When crushing leaves, it emanates a spicy fragrance similar to the Redbay leaf. Unlike the Redbay, Sweetbay magnolia leaves should not be used for cooking ... READ MORE