Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Star Magnolia
Magnolia stellata

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Star Magnolia in flower
Star Magnolia in flower
 
Features
Fragrant, white (or pink) flowers in spring; silvery gray bark adds winter interest. 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soils; slightly acid soil. 
 
Cultivars

Many, including

  • 'Centennial'- flowers are white, blushed with pink, 25 feet.
  • 'Pink Stardust'-numerous petals, pink, then lighter as flower opens.
  • 'Rosea' flowers pink fading to white.
  • 'Royal Star'-pink buds open to white flowers, 15-20 feet.
  • 'Waterlily'- pink buds open to white flowers, later flowering.
 
 
Mature Height
15-20 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Form
Oval to rounded; often multi-stemmed 
 
Native To:
Japan 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
Massing
Patio
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease

Insect Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Magnolia scale
 
Additional 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.

 

 
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