Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Magnolia stellata is a fantastic shrub. Its pure white, star-shaped blooms appear very early in spring, before the leaves. These open from silky buds and are gently fragrant. Occasionally they're flushed with pink. Its compact habit makes it ideal for a small garden.

Grow Magnolia stellata in a sheltered spot, away from strong winds. There's usually little need to prune, but in summer remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches. Mulch in spring with manure and leaf mould.

Plant calendar

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Magnolia and wildlife

Magnolia has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Magnolia poisonous?

Magnolia has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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