General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b
Plant Height: 10 to 15 feet
Plant Spread: 10 to 15 feet
Leaves: Deciduous
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: 4"-5"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses: Provides winter interest
Flowering Tree
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Birds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Drought tolerant
Pollinators: Beetles
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

Common names
  • Star Magnolia
  • Magnolia

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