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Description
Magnolia Stellata Gold Star is a deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub that belongs to the Magnoliaceae family. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide. This shrub produces stunning yellow-gold flowers in early spring before the leaves emerge. The flowers are star-shaped and have a sweet fragrance. The leaves have an elliptical shape and are green in color. In the fall, the leaves turn yellow before falling off.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Magnoliaceae |
| Genus | Magnolia |
Appearance
Magnolia Stellata Gold Star has a multi-stemmed, upright growth habit. The bark is light brown and smooth. The elliptical leaves are 2 to 4 inches long and 1 to 2 inches wide. The flowers are 3 to 4 inches in diameter and have 12 to 18 petals. The petals are yellow-gold in color and have a sweet fragrance. The flowers bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge.
Care Guide
Magnolia Stellata Gold Star requires well-draining soil that is moist but not soggy. It prefers full sun to partial shade. Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season. Fertilize the plant in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Prune the plant after flowering to maintain its shape and remove dead or diseased branches. This shrub is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Magnolia Stellata Gold Star is susceptible to scale insects, aphids, and spider mites. These pests can be controlled with insecticidal soap or neem oil. The plant is also susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and leaf spot. These diseases can be prevented by providing adequate air circulation and avoiding overhead watering.
Habitat
Magnolia Stellata Gold Star is native to Japan. It grows well in temperate climates and is commonly used in landscaping as an ornamental shrub.
Question and Answer
Q: When does Magnolia Stellata Gold Star bloom?
A: Magnolia Stellata Gold Star blooms in early spring before the leaves emerge.
Q: How tall does Magnolia Stellata Gold Star grow?
A: Magnolia Stellata Gold Star can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Magnolia Stellata Gold Star?
A: Magnolia Stellata Gold Star is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Q: How often should I water Magnolia Stellata Gold Star?
A: Water Magnolia Stellata Gold Star deeply once a week during the growing season.
Related Plants
- Magnolia x soulangeana
- Magnolia x loebneri
- Magnolia stellata
- Magnolia grandiflora
References
- “Magnolia Stellata Gold Star.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=286578. Accessed 28 June 2021.
- “Magnolia Stellata Gold Star.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/96718/Magnolia-stellata-Gold-Star/Details. Accessed 28 June 2021.
