Franklinia lasianthus

Loblolly Bay, Sweet Bay

Family: Theaceae Tea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 9B
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Spring and Summer
Water needs Wet
Landscape uses Espalier, specimen
Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m
Spread 10' to 25' / 3.00m to 7.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Columnar
Attributes and features Native to North America