Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' Summer hence the name digitata meaning

hence the name digitata meaning hand-like

is perhaps best noted for its exceptional fall color

set amongst a bronzy foliage

turn into snow-white cascades of delicately fragrant blossom

which are followed by small

Magnolia stellata 'Royal Star' Summer hence the name digitata meaningA slow to moderate growing very small tree or large shrub producing a fluttery, festive show of floppy flowers on bare stems in early spring. 'Royal Star' is a form which produces very large flowers which are pink in bud, opening to white, and flowers slightly later than the species, giving it added protection against late night frosts. Fairly tolerant of heavy clay, but avoid alkaline or chalky soils. H5