Growing over 30 feet tall and blooming in late winter to mid spring before its 3 to 6-inch leaves appear, this deciduous type is hardy in USDA Zones 4 though 9. Its 5- to 10-inch white, pink, or ...

M. stellata 'Star Magnolia': Noted for its compact size and star-shaped, white flowers, this magnolia blooms late winter to early spring. It matures at 10 to 20 feet with an 8- to 15-foot spread.