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Magnolia stellata
C55 Container – Approx. 180cm
Plant Highlights: Masses of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers • Flowers before the leaves emerge • Naturally compact, rounded habit • Beautiful specimen tree for gardens of all sizes
Overview
Magnolia stellata, commonly known as Star Magnolia, is one of the finest small flowering trees for spring interest. Before its fresh green leaves appear, the bare branches become covered in elegant, star-shaped white flowers with a light fragrance, creating a spectacular display that signals the arrival of spring.
Supplied in a C55 container at approximately 180cm tall, this well-established specimen provides instant structure and seasonal impact. Its naturally compact habit makes it an excellent choice for front gardens, lawns, mixed borders or courtyard planting, where its early flowers can be appreciated up close.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Magnolia stellata |
| Common Name | Star Magnolia |
| Plant Type | Deciduous flowering tree |
| Pot Size | C55 container |
| Supplied Height | Approx. 180cm |
| Light | Full sun or partial shade |
| Growth Habit | Compact, rounded |
| Flower Colour | Pure white |
| Flowering Season | Early spring |
| Fragrance | Lightly fragrant flowers |
| Foliage | Mid-green deciduous leaves |
| Soil | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry spells |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
| Mature Height | 1.5–2.5m |
| Mature Spread | 2.5–4m |
Growing Guide
Position
Grow in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position where the flowers are protected from strong winds. Avoid frost pockets where possible, as late frosts may affect the earliest blooms.
Soil
Plant in fertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Incorporating organic matter at planting will help establish a healthy root system.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, provide additional water during prolonged dry periods, particularly in warm weather.
Pruning
Magnolias require very little pruning. If necessary, remove dead, damaged or crossing branches after flowering to maintain the tree's natural form.
Perfect For
- Feature planting
- Front gardens
- Small to medium-sized gardens
- Courtyard gardens
- Mixed shrub and tree borders
Why We Love It
- One of the earliest flowering ornamental trees, bringing welcome colour after winter.
- Graceful, star-shaped flowers create an elegant spring display.
- Compact growth suits gardens where space is at a premium.
- Attractive branching and fresh green foliage provide interest long after flowering has finished.
Wildlife
The early flowers provide an important source of pollen for pollinating insects emerging in spring.
Product Information
- Supplied in a C55 container.
- Approximate supplied height: 180cm.
- Supplied height is measured at the time of sale and may vary throughout the growing season. Pot size refers to the nursery container, not the plant's eventual mature size.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- tree
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Acid neutral· Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 2.5m high· 4.0m wide
- Flowering
- Early spring· White
- Foliage
- deciduous
Useful to know
Good for borders
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