Botanical profile

Star Magnolia

Latin name
Star Magnolia
Common name
Star magnolia 'Royal Star'
Type
TREE
Family
Magnoliaceae

Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' is a dwarf magnolia with vibrant spring blooms, cherished for its abundant, sweetly scented, double star-shaped white flowers that appear on bare branches before the foliage emerges. This cultivar is distinguished by slightly later flowering than the species, giving it better resistance to spring frosts. Its compact, rounded, and dense habit makes it a perfect choice for small gardens, entryway borders, rockeries, or low hedges. Adapted to Quebec's climate, it thrives in rich, cool, well-drained, preferably slightly acidic soils, with sun to partial shade exposure. Easy to grow and very hardy, 'Royal Star' combines visual impact, fragrance, and ease of maintenance, offering a bright and delicate spring display in residential landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, rich, cool and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Dried fruits, rarely noticed.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 to 5 m (13 to 16 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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