Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

5-9.

Mature Height:

12-18 ft

Mature Width:

10-15 ft

Sunlight:

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Spacing:

15 ft

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

white

Does Not Ship To:

AK, HI, PR

Magnolia - Wisdom™ Green Star (Japanese)

Magnolia
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.
Regular price $69.99
SKU: MAGJGR01GH

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A Unique, Hardy Magnolia with Star-Shaped, Green-Tinted Flowers for Ornamental Elegance

The Green Star Japanese Magnolia is a striking ornamental tree from the Wisdom™ Series, prized for its unique star-shaped blooms with delicate white undertones. Blooming in early spring, this magnolia offers a refreshing twist on traditional magnolia colors, creating an eye-catching display before the foliage emerges. Its upright growth habit and glossy green leaves provide year-round interest, making it an elegant addition to any landscape.

Key Features:

Unique Star-Shaped Flowers: Produces early-spring blooms 
Hardy and Resilient: Performs well in a variety of climates and soil types, making it suitable for many USDA zones.
Architectural Form: Upright, compact branching habit adds structure and elegance to any landscape.
Low Maintenance: Once established, requires minimal care aside from occasional pruning to maintain shape.
Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract pollinators, and dense foliage offers shelter for birds.

Mature Size:

Height: 12–18 feet
Spread: 10–15 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

Zones: 5–9

Chill Hours:

N/A (adaptable to a range of temperate climates)

Care Instructions:

Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and foliage health.
Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil is ideal. Enriching soil with organic matter promotes vigorous growth.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; mature trees tolerate short dry spells but benefit from supplemental watering.
Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to remove any dead or damaged wood and maintain desired shape.

Landscape Uses:

Perfect as a specimen tree for modern gardens, entryways, or small landscapes.
Ideal for early-spring color, providing a fresh, green-tinged floral display before leaves emerge.
Enhances architectural design with upright branching and glossy foliage.
Supports pollinators and wildlife with its blooms and leafy structure.

The Magnolia Japanese Green Star (Wisdom Series) is an elegant, low-maintenance tree that brings a fresh, unique color to early-spring gardens. Its star-shaped white flowers, upright habit, and year-round foliage make it a standout choice for gardeners seeking both ornamental beauty and resilience.

Shipping

At Plant Me Green we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care. We ship your plants using FedEx Ground® the following business day after you have completed checkout.

We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions. 

If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.

Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.

How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Japanese magnolias should be planted in fertile, well-drained soil. Magnolias prefer slightly acidic soil and do not tolerate overly wet ground in the root zone. You can plant them in either in full sun or partial shade. Once planted, make a 2 foot wide, 2" deep circle around the tree with mulch, but leave a 3-4” space between the mulch and the trunk. At the beginning of cold weather, add 2 more inches of mulch for a total of 4", this will help prevent the plants roots from freezing. If the tree is young or you are using it as a shrub, it is recommended to cover the plant during cold weather. Apply an 8-8-8 nitrogen, potassium slow-release fertilizer in late winter before new growth starts at a rate of one pound per 100 square feet of planted area. Do not fertilize until after the tree is well established in its new home. Water once a week with a deep watering until tree is established. While Japanese Magnolias can be pruned to shape while young, you should refrain from pruning mature Japanese Magnolias.