Royal Star Magnolia
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- flowering dateEarly spring
- hardiness zone4-9
- height8 - 20 feet
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship as2-4 FT
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- 3-4" double fragrant flowers with 25-30 petal-like tepals
- Steady growth and more compact magnolia variety
- Elegant natural form and branching pattern
Enjoy all the classic features of a full-size magnolia—fragrant white flowers, elegant branching, broad glossy leaves—in a highly versatile, compact form. A dwarf variety, Royal Star Magnolia is one of spring’s first bloomers, with double-layered flowers emerging from soft pink buds. Fast growing, cold- and heat-hardy, it’s a perfect low-maintenance, high-impact choice for enhancing small gardens and landscapes.
Noteworthy, Early Bloomer: Royal Star is one of the earlier flowering trees to bloom in spring, with abundant, double white flowers that unfold in a unique, star-shaped form. Like other magnolias, the blooms have a delightful fragrance and an extended bloom time—and attract early season pollinators.
Year-Round Visual Interest: After spring flowers fade, glossy green foliage emerges. In fall, the smooth, silvery-green bark is accented by small fruit pods that develop orange-red berries wildlife will love. Even in winter, a naturally attractive branching pattern and rounded form, coupled with buds that look like pussy willow catkins, make this a captivating focal point through all four seasons.
Resilient and Low-Maintenance: Smaller than traditional magnolia trees, Royal Star boasts a moderate height of 10-15'. This more compact size allows the plant to fit effortlessly into smaller gardens or tighter spaces. Combined with its significant cold- and heat-hardiness, and a naturally rounded habit, Royal Star is a beacon for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance addition to their garden.
Product Details
- botanical nameMagnolia stellata 'Royal Star'
- flowering dateEarly spring
- flower colorWhite
- flower formDouble 3 - 5" in diameter, long delicate petals. Star-shaped. Appearing before the leaves.
- foliage typeElliptic, oblong 2-4" long, dark green.
- formTree/Shrub
- growth rateSlow 3 - 6' over 5-6 year period.
- hardiness zone4-9
- height8 - 20 feet
- planting instructionsTry to avoid southern exposures since flower buds will open in early spring, may be more easily damaged by late freezing and bitter winds.
- pruningRequires very little pruning. Remove ill placed branches when as small as possible. Susceptible to wood disease that gets into large wounds. Early spring. Even when in bloom. Use branches for arrangements.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship as2-4 FT
- soil requirementWell drained, organically enriched soils, mulch to conserve moisture.
- spacing10 - 15 feet
- spread10 - 15 feet
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- winter careSheltered planting site.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
| 2025 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, Trees and Shrubs |
| 3A-3B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 4A-4B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 5A | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 5B | 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 6A | 3/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 6B | 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 7A | 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 7B | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 8A | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 8B | 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 9A | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 9B-10B | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7B: 5/26/25 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/5/25 |
