'Royal Star' Magnolia
Shrub
- Excellent cold tolerance for a magnolia, hardy to zone 4.
- Frilly, fragrant white blooms create a stand-out display in the landscape.
- Zones 4-9, sun to part sun, 15' tall x 12' wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Common name: Magnolia
Zone: 4 – 9
Sun exposure: Sun (6+ hours sun), part sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 10-15' x 10-12'
Flower color: White
Foliage color: Green
Season of Interest: Spring
Uses: Specimen, cut flowers, moonlight gardens
How to Grow
Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun), part sun (4-6 hours sun)
Water: Average water needs. Does not like standing water or wet roots. Shows some drought tolerance once established.
Spacing: 10-12 ft.
Fertilizing: Apply a standard, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Winterizing: In colder zones, wrapping your plant is recommended, especially for younger plants, to protect it from cold winds. Apply a layer of mulch around the base of your plant to insulate roots.
Maintenance & pruning: No pruning is needed; if desired, pruning can be done mid to late summer or early fall.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
So far so good. It has only been in the ground for about a month and a half. I will know better in the spring.
The plant I purchased was very small, but healthy and It has already doubled in size.
Arrived in perfect shape started growing immediately
We moved recently and had to place a new Star Magnilia tree as we loved the one we left .. she’s front and center in a newly established flower bed and I cannot wait to she her grow and thrive and show off her blooms next spring
I could immediately tell that several if not more of the plants that I received were in a poor condition. I didn’t expect local nursery size or grade plants via mail but I did want them to look healthy and viable. Unfortunately, several of the plants that I received are neither. I immediately contacted customer service and sent pictures and the response that I received was that the plants had good root systems. Well, they’re still not thriving despite being planted, fed and watered. Very disappointing. Oh well, live and learn.
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Tried sending pictures of plants that I received that died
Hello! We have not yet received your photos. Please email them to [email protected] and we will happily apply your warranty. Happy Gardening!
When do you start shaping the Royal star magnolia tree into a tree shape. Currently still like a bush about 4 foot tall.
Typically, you would begin shaping your magnolia once it is well-established and showing strong, healthy growth. This is usually after the first few years, but since yours is already 4 feet tall, you could consider starting selective pruning now.
What does shipping cost to Fairbolt, MN.?
Hi there! Below is a break down of our shipping costs. I hope this helps!
US Order Total // Shipping Charges
$0.01 - $39.99 // $16.99
$40.00 - $59.99 // $9.99
$60.00 - $99.99 // $4.99
$100.00+ // FREE
are they deer resistant
Yes, these are deer resistant.
Is the Royal Star Magnolia evergreen in Zone 9B?
This magnolia is deciduous so it will lose its leaves in winter, even in zone 9B.
Is it possible to keep this to a small shrub that still blooms? I have less than 5 feet of room in the garden so would not want it to become 10-15 feet.
Royal Star magnolia blooms on old wood, which means heavy pruning may cause a reduction in flower production. I wouldn't recommend cutting it to keep it small, but you could always give it a try!