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Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-9.

Mature Height:

15-20 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 - Umbrella (Japanese)

Magnolia kobus × Magnolia stellata
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.
$53.99
SKU: MAGUMB01GH
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A Graceful, Late-Blooming Magnolia with Elegant White Flowers and Compact Form

The Magnolia ‘Umbrella’ is a stunning ornamental tree prized for its delicate, star-shaped white flowers that bloom in early to mid-spring. Known for its compact, upright form with slightly spreading branches reminiscent of an umbrella, this magnolia adds structure, elegance, and seasonal beauty to any garden or landscape. Its glossy green leaves and smooth gray bark provide ornamental appeal throughout the growing season.

Key Features:

• Elegant White Flowers: Produces fragrant, star-shaped white blossoms in early to mid-spring, creating a graceful and eye-catching display.
• Unique Form: Upright, compact, umbrella-like branching adds architectural interest to landscapes.
• Hardy and Resilient: Performs well in a variety of climates and soil types, offering reliable beauty year after year.
• Low Maintenance: Minimal pruning required once established, making it ideal for home gardens and small landscapes.
• Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract pollinators and provide seasonal interest for birds.

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–20 feet
• Spread: 10–15 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones: 4–9

Chill Hours:

• N/A (well-suited to a variety of temperate climates)

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and foliage health.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil enriched with organic matter.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist during establishment; established trees are drought tolerant but benefit from supplemental watering in dry periods.
• Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.

Landscape Uses:

• Ideal as a specimen tree or focal point in residential gardens.
• Perfect for small to medium yards due to its compact form.
• Provides early spring interest with fragrant, delicate white blooms.
• Enhances garden design with architectural branching and seasonal foliage.

The Magnolia ‘Umbrella’ is an elegant addition to any landscape, offering graceful flowers, a distinctive growth habit, and year-round visual appeal. Its hardiness, compact size, and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a refined, ornamental magnolia.
Shipping

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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. 

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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.

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