Royal Star Magnolia BUDS
Overview: A magnolia grown for its star-shaped white blooms with many narrow petals.
Mature size: Approximately 15–20 ft. tall and 10–15 ft. wide.
Sun exposure: Full sun to light shade
Flowering season: Late winter to early spring, before the leaves emerge
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
Water needs: Average; consistent moisture in well-drained soil
Special features: One of the earliest magnolias to bloom, with more petals than the straight species. Deciduous flowering tree/large shrub prized for its dramatic early-spring bloom on bare branches; flowers open early and are vulnerable to a late frost; shallow roots benefit from a steady mulch layer rather than disturbance
Wildlife value: Beetles pollinate the flowers; seeds eaten by birds and small mammals
Botanical name: Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star'
Category: Shrubs & Trees