Wofford Arboretum Central Campus

Tree Details Hardiness zone: 7 – 9 Height: 60 – 80 Spread: 30 – 50 Habit: Densely pyramidal, low branching, stately evergreen tree; compact and dense even in youth Light: Best in sun or partial shade Soil: Rich, porous, acidic, well-drained soil preferable Flowers: creamy white, beautifully fragrant, 5 – 6 in diameter; flower period is from May to June Fruit: 2 – 3 long, cone-like with exposed red seeds Landscape use: Needs ample space to develop; use as screen, hedge, or in groups; characteristic of southern gardening heritage History: Native range is North Carolina to Florida and Texas; cultivated 1734 Pests\Problems: Essentially problem free Significant Features: Low-lying branches; large flower size and heavy fragrance; small leaves (6 ) with lustrous dark green above and rusty brown below; transplants better than many magnolias and drops fewer leaves; can transplant in August