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Magnolia 'Royal Star': Early Double White Fragrant Flowers

Magnolia 'Royal Star'

An early bloomer with large, fragrant, double white flowers appearing before the foliage. Open-branched, multi-trunked large shrub or small tree. Deciduous.

Growing Specifications

Light: Full Sun
Water: Moderate
Height: 10–15 feet
Spread: 7–12 feet

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

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