Magnolia stellata
star magnolia
A popular, compact, bushy shrub or small tree with mid-green leaves and silky buds which open up to large, pure white, star-shaped...
Early, star-shaped, warm-white flowers, more resistant to frost than goblets, on a modestly sized specimen that only grows slowly
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Slow growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Magnolia stellata:
Please note:
GOES WELL WITH
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