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Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star'
Choose Royal Star Magnolia if you want a small spring-flowering focal tree near a patio, entry, or front bed. The main reason is early fragrant white bloom; the tradeoff is possible frost browning on open flowers.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The early white flowers make a strong spring statement before many other trees wake up. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It is not a fast builder, but the slower pace helps keep it manageable. |
| Maintenance | B | It needs smart placement, mulch, and only light pruning after bloom. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its compact rounded habit works well in tighter beds if you leave room for spread. |
| Screening Value | D | This is an ornamental specimen tree, not a privacy plant. |
At PGNE, we'd typically place Royal Star where the spring flowers can be enjoyed up close, but not in the coldest low spot on the property.
| Mature Height | 12.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 12.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 11 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, multi-stem, spreading |
Usually yes; Royal Star is known for blooming earlier in life than many magnolias.
Yes, open blooms can brown after a hard spring freeze.
No; prune lightly after flowering only to shape or remove problem branches.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22187
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