Southern Magnolia Tree Quantity: (Buy More, Save More):5 Trees Mature trees can tolerate shade The glossy Mature trees can tolerate shade better than many other native tree species 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․ Bees‚ butterflies‚ and all sorts of animals come to the Southern Magnolia tree for a break to rest and drink up the sweet nectar on the broad flowers․ Humans aren't the only ones eating from the Southern Magnolia․ Many kinds of birds have also made their nests within the tree's fold‚ and eaten the insects that reside on it․ The Southern Magnolia not only improves the appearance of your landscaping‚ but it also acts as a stepping stone for life․ This tree draws many different species and attracts them to your yard creating an ideal environment filled with the sounds of nature․ Disease & Pest Resistant and Adaptable