Star Magnolia

Scientific Name
Magnolia stellata
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Fragrant, white (or pink) flowers in spring; silvery gray bark adds winter interest.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils; slightly acid soil.

Notes

Can be difficult to transplant due to fleshy root system; flowers at a young age; flowers often bloom early enough to be damaged by frost.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
15.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
20.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Oval to rounded; often multi-stemmed

Native Regions, Text

Japan

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Star Magnolia in flower
picID
3617
Image
Star Magnolia flowers
picID
3618
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
229