Magnolia kobus var. stellata ‘Royal Star’ | Magnoliaceae - Magnolia Family
a.k.a. Royal Star Japanese Magnolia Tree

Enjoy ROYAL STAR MAGNOLIA trees for their...

. beautiful star-shaped fragrant spring flowers >>> white + double + ribbon-like from pink buds
. exceptional cold tolerance
. upright multi-stemmed growth >>> slow + dense + rounded habit to 10-15'+
. eco-friendly nature >>> considered pestfree + easygoing + drought tolerant
. garden versatility >>> garden accent + patio gardening + winter silhouettes
. enduring popularity >>> old-fashioned heirloom magnolia tree

USDA hardiness zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Sunset hardiness zones: 1-9, 14-24 [western states]

LIGHT: sun to partial shade [prefers afternoon shade]
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + slightly acid + well-drained

Plant/Cultivar Origin: Japan | Richard Oldham - 1862
Related Magnolia Plants: Pink Stardust Magnolia, Jane Magnolia, Little Gem Magnolia

How to grow Royal Star Magnolias:
. Select a location that provides the plant's growing requirements [sunlight, water, soil]
. Plant in protected areas away from freezing winter winds
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize in early spring with an acid-type fertilizer [keep away from base of plant]
. Prune during the summer months if needed [blooms on previous year's growth]
. Maintain a 2" mulch layer year-round to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around plants once they're established

Plant shipping size: Premium Three Gallon - #3 nursery-grown plant (11.36L)
Note: This plant requires a 12" x 12" x 48" box size to ship (UPS dimensional weight = 36 lbs.)