Southern Magnolia Tree Quantity: (Buy More, Save More):5 Trees Family: Salicaceae pushing out lightly scented Family: Salicaceae Sweet gum trees can be found in a variety of habitats‚ including wet lowlands and dry uplands‚ and are considered highly adaptable․ They thrive in well drained‚ moist‚ organic soils‚ but can tolerate both flooding and drought conditions․ The sweet gum tree is found in mixed hardwood forests (forests with a variety of tree and non tree species)․ Some mixed hardwood forest trees include oak‚ hickory‚ and sweet gum․ The tree's root system helps stabilize the soil and its canopy provides a habitat for many species of birds and insects․ The vital importance of the sweet gum tree in maintaining the balance of animal and plant life is at once illustrated by this interdependence․ The Southern Magnolia is frequently used as a landscape plant because of its hardiness and ability to adapt to various environments‚ and also because it typically reaches a height of 60 to 80 feet․ Something else to consider is that this flowering tree provides a cooling area when the mercury rises and the sun is shining during the summer months․ In addition to its good looks‚ the broad canopy of the tree acts to improve the microclimate and provide habitat to other plants and animals in your yard‚ garden or lawn․ The Southern Magnolia can be a stunning focal point of the garden‚ an exquisite gathering place and a setting for treasured memories․ As the evening chill envelops you‚ the gentle rustle of the wind through the leaves and the fragrance of the trees in flower create an atmosphere that is close to nature․ Disease & Pest Resistant and Adaptable