‘Stellar Ruby’

‘Stellar Ruby’

Magnolia figo Hybrid 'Stellar Ruby' PP29778

Magnolia (Michelia) are fabulous large evergreen shrubs or small trees and can be sheared into hedges. Stellar Ruby’s pink flowers smell like bananas and cover the plants in spring.

Sunset Zones

6–9, 14–24

USDA Zones

0°F to 10°F USDA zones 7–10

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

‘Stellar Ruby’ Features

Plant Dimensions

10-15' H x 6-8' W

Landscape Use

Accent, Border, Coastal, Container, Hedge, Mass planting

Plant Type

Evergreen

Growth Rate

Moderate

Exposure

Full sun to part shade

Special Feature

Aromatic, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Drought tolerance, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Longer Blooming, Reblooming, Returns Year After Year, Salt Tolerance, Upright Habit

Feature

Dark pink flowers in spring, light reblooming

Flowering Season

Spring

‘Stellar Ruby’ Plant Care

Water Needs

Medium Water Once Established

Fertilizer

Fertilize yearly in spring

Pruning

None needed, but prune to desired shape after flowering

Soil

Well-drained garden soil

Planting Instructions

1. Dig in your native soil a hole as deep and wide as the container. We recommend planting in native soil for best acclimation.
2. Fill the hole with water and thoroughly water the new plant; allow both to drain.
3. Gently place the plant on its side and remove the pot. Place your hand on the bottom of the plant and put it in the hole.
4. Return native soil around the root ball, wetting and gently tamping down.
5. To complete, create a shallow trench around the base of the plant to contain the water when watering.
6. Mulch 1–2” deep around the plant, avoiding the area closest to the stem.

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Your zip code 75035 is located in Zone: 8b with a temperature range of: 15 to 20 °F.