LOBLOLLY BAY

Gordonia lasianthus

30 to 60 feet

Medium rate of growth

Full sun to partial shade

Prefers moist, acid, fertile soil. Short-lived in dry, sandy soil.

Zones 7 to 9

A large tree with a straight trunk and a pyramidal crown;

evergreen, dark green, leathery leaves and

showy, fragrant white flowers in spring and summer.