Magnolia Stellata

Magnolia stellata, sometimes called the star magnolia bears large, white or pink flowers in early spring. Magnolia stellataclosely related to the Kobushi magnolia .It grows 4.6 to 6 m (15 to 20 ft) in height, spreading to 4.6m in width at maturity.The flowers are star-shaped, with at least 12 thin, delicate petal-like tepals—some cultivars have more than 30.
Star magnolia likes deep, organic, acid soil. Provide plenty of leaf mold and a good layer of mulch around the roots. Usually needs little if any pruning. If you do prune, however, do it soon after flowering to avoid cutting off buds set for the next season. A problem with this plant is that the flowers are subject to damage by freezing weather, so plant in a protected area. The more wide open and warm the spot, the earlier the flowers are likely to open and the more likely to get zapped by late frosts.
Light: Ideally, morning sun with filtered shade in the heat of day.
Moisture: Evenly moist.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4 to 9.