SCIENTIFIC NAME: Magnolia stellata 'Chrysanthemumiflora'

COMMON NAME: Chrysanthemumiflora Star Magnolia

GARDEN SIZE: 15 feet tall by 10 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow to moderate

USDA ZONE: 4 to 8

EXPOSURE: Full sun

WATER & SOIL: Average, well-drained soil; tolerant of clay; prefers consistent moisture

HABIT (FORM): Compact ornamental tree with dense branching and a rounded outline

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; green

FLOWERS: Deep pink buds opening to light pink, multi-petaled blooms (40+ petals) during early spring

PLANT ORIGIN: Japan

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects in the spring.

FERTILIZING: Light spring fertilization through application of organic compost; maintain organic mulch to support moisture retention

PRUNING: Minimal; prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed

TOXICITY FLAGS: None known

USES: Specimen