A compact, slow-growing star magnolia smothered in fragrant, many-petalled white star-shaped flowers on bare branches in early spring. A choice deciduous shrub for small gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Star Magnolia 'Royal Star'
Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' is a slow-growing shrub in the Magnoliaceae family. It reaches around 3 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Star Magnolia 'Royal Star'
Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' does best in free-draining, loamy and acidic soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' in the garden
Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate as Star Magnolia 'Royal Star'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Star Magnolia 'Royal Star'
Plant Sale lists Star Magnolia 'Royal Star' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
