Star Hybrid Magnolia (Magnolia hybrids (e.g., Magnolia ‘Galaxy’, Magnolia ‘Ballerina’))

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best flowering in full sun
• Tolerates some shade, especially in warmer climates

Bloom Time:

• Late winter to early spring
• Flowers appear before leaves
• Star-shaped blooms in white, pink, or deep rose depending on cultivar
• Lightly fragrant

Size:

Height: 10 to 25 feet tall, depending on cultivar

• ‘Galaxy’: up to 25 feet
• ‘Ballerina’: 10 to 15 feet

Width: 8 to 20 feet wide

Attributes:

• Showy, star-shaped flowers with multiple narrow petals
• Early blooming adds spring interest
• Compact to medium size fits well in small gardens
• Attracts pollinators
• Deciduous with smooth gray bark
• Cold-hardy and adaptable to urban conditions

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic soil
• Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
• Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
• Prune lightly after flowering to shape
• Protect early blooms from late frosts
• Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer if needed