Magnolia stellata

Height: 0,4–0,5 m

A small, deciduous, shrubby tree that grows to about 3-4 m in height and 2 m in width, with early flowering. Its flowers are slightly fragrant, large, snow white, star-shaped when fully open, 10-12 cm in diameter. It blooms in March-April, before the leaves appear. A plant with medium light requirements, so it can be planted in both sunny and partially shaded spots. Loose, well-drained, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil is ideal. Its water needs are high; it requires irrigation during long periods of drought. It can be planted on its own or in combination with spring bulbs, and is a special ornament in spring.