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Magnolia acuminata 'Goldstar'
Common Name: Magnolia Goldstar
Magnolia acuminata ‘Goldstar’ (Goldstar Magnolia) is a deciduous small tree with a symmetrical, broad upright habit and delicate, spreading branches. It produces lightly fragrant, soft yellow flowers in mid-spring, and some sources note bronzy new foliage as leaves emerge.
Type: Tree (Deciduous)
Mature Size: 15–20' W × 15–20' H
USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Form: Broad upright, symmetrical
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Rich, well-drained soil; moderate water, prefers even moisture during establishment
Bloom Time / Length: Mid-spring; moderate (about 2–3 weeks)
Wildlife: Butterflies; bees are a reasonable inference for magnolia flowers, but I found direct support only for butterfly attraction for this cultivar.
Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent as a specimen or flowering accent tree for smaller landscapes. Its soft yellow flowers, symmetrical branching, and manageable size make it useful where a refined magnolia is wanted without the scale of a large cucumber tree.
Care:
Plant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, and avoid prolonged drought stress. Minimal pruning is usually needed beyond shaping when young.
| Plant Type: | Flowering Ornamental Tree |
| Width: | 15-20' |
| Height: | 15-20' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit: | Not verified |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zone: | 5–8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Not verified |
| Salt Tolerant: | Not verified |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Butterflies, Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Mid Spring |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant, Corner Accent |
| Shape: | Broad Upright |
| Soil Type | Rich, Well Drained, Slightly Acidic |
| Flower Color: | Yellow |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |