Magnolia Stellata 12 Litre Pot

Magnolia stellata – Star Magnolia with Elegant White Spring Flowers

Magnolia stellata, commonly known as the Star Magnolia, is a compact, deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its profusion of star-shaped white blooms. Perfect for smaller gardens, patios, or courtyards, this slow-growing magnolia is both graceful and reliable.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

• Spring: A dazzling display of pure white, star-like flowers bursts from bare branches before the leaves emerge, often one of the earliest magnolias to flower.
  
• Summer: Neat, fresh green foliage forms a rounded canopy.
  
• Autumn: Leaves turn golden-bronze before dropping.
  
• Winter: Bare branches add a delicate, architectural presence.

Structure & Growth

• Height & Spread: Typically 1.5 - 2.5m tall and 2.5 - 4m wide at maturity.

• Foliage: Elliptical, mid-green leaves complement the spring flowers beautifully.

• Habit: Compact, bushy, and rounded – ideal for small spaces or containers.

Perfect For

• Small gardens and courtyards needing seasonal impact
• Containers and patio planting
• Woodland-style borders and cottage gardens
• Front garden statement near paths or windows

Planting & Care

• Position: Full sun to partial shade; best with shelter from harsh winds.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil; prefers neutral to slightly acidic conditions.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Maintenance: Requires little pruning; simply remove dead or crossing stems after flowering.

Why Choose Magnolia stellata?

• Stunning early-spring star-shaped blooms
• Compact size – perfect for smaller spaces
• Hardy, low-maintenance, and long-lived
• Brings brightness when few other plants are flowering

Companion Planting Ideas

• Underplant with crocuses, snowdrops, or hellebores for a layered early-spring effect.

• Pair with camellias or azaleas for a classic spring border.

• Combine with ornamental grasses or ferns for textural contrast.

Magnolia stellata is a jewel of early spring gardens, offering elegant white flowers on a compact form – a timeless choice for adding brightness and charm to smaller spaces.

Magnolia Stellata 12 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth White Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.