MAGNOLIA stellata

Description: Common name: Star Magnolia. A distinct and very popular form of Magnolia forming a rounded specimen producing a mass of many petaled beautiful starry white flowers in early spring (March and April) which are lightly fragrant

Uses: As it is slow growing and of medium size with compact habit, this variety of Magnolia is very suited to the smaller garden

Climate/Position: Sunny site but avoid the earliest morning sun, to reduce the risk of flower damage otherwise caused by sun on a frosty flower

Height/Spread: 2.5 x 2.5 metres

Soil Requirements: Best in a rich deep soil with plenty of moisture and slightly acidic soil though fairly lime tolerant

Pruning: Best in a rich deep soil with plenty of moisture and slightly acidic soil though fairly lime tolerant

Special Requirements: Mulch in spring to maintain moisture especially on drier soils

Additional Interest: The genus name honors Pierre Magnol, French botanist (1638-1715)