How to grow and care for Magnolia virginiana L.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Magnolia virginiana L., Swamp magnolia, Beaver tree
Magnolia virginiana L. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 10 days
Water
How to water Magnolia virginiana L.
How often should I water?
check Magnolia virginiana L. Every 10 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
When is the Dormant period
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Magnolia virginiana L. need?
Bright direct
Grow light
Light preference
Magnolia virginiana L. likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-17
-17~38℃
45
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Magnolia virginiana L. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Magnolia virginiana L. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Magnolia virginiana L. is a member of Magnoliaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
| Species | Magnolia virginiana |
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