MAGNOLIA stellata 'Water Lily'
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MAGNOLIA stellata 'Water Lily'
Commonly known as Star magnolia
Large flowers with more numerous petals than other varieties
Small
£17.50 each
Medium
£40.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Growth slows after about 5 years. -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot. -
Place of origin
UK -
Magnolias - smaller gardens
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Magnolia
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Deciduous
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White
To 12cm (5in) across with up to 32 tepals. -
Star-shaped
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Neutral to alkaline soilWill require regular mulching in autumn or spring if grown in alkaline soil.
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Full sun
Shelter from strong winds. -
Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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