Magnolia stellata 'Rosea'

Common Name: Pink Star Magnolia

Description:
Magnolia stellata ‘Rosea’, commonly known as Pink Star Magnolia, is a compact deciduous tree or large shrub renowned for its delicate, star-shaped, soft pink flowers. Blooming in late winter to early spring, the fragrant blossoms emerge on bare branches before the foliage appears, creating a striking early-season display. As the flowers fade, lush green leaves develop, turning golden in autumn before falling. This variety thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring a sunny to partially shaded position with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is an excellent choice for small gardens, feature planting, or growing in large pots. With a slow to moderate growth habit, ‘Rosea’ requires minimal pruning—just an occasional trim after flowering to maintain shape.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5-4m
• Width: 2-3m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter
• Flowers in Early Spring

Flower Colour:

• Soft Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented Flowers
• Perennial
• Deciduous
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Frost Tolerant

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Camellias (Camellia spp.)
• Azaleas (Azalea spp.)
• Rhododendrons (Rhododendron spp.)
• Hellebores (Helleborus spp.)
• Ferns (various species)

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Magnolia stellata 'Rosea'