Centennial Blush Star Magnolia

One of the smallest varieties, Centennial Blush StarMagnolia is touted as one of the best Magnolias for landscapes with its more upright habit and spectacular flower display. Soft pink, fuzzy buds (almost at every node!) open to fragrant, waterlily-like light pink flowers that are borne on leafless branches in mid-spring, creating an exceptional display that has maximum impact. Soon after, green foliage begins to unfurl and outline its interesting branching structure. Late in summer, attractive, cone-like seed pods appear, revealing their reddish-pinkish-orange seeds. In fall, the foliage turns yellowish-bronze as next year’s fuzzy flower buds become visible. Winter will accent the tree’s stately structure and smooth, silvery gray bark.