It can grow up to 8m, so give it pride of place! Star magnolia (M. stellata) is the party girl. The fragrant flowers are dainty and small (to about 10cm), with petals in white or many shades of ...

This year, I’d like to get her something not normally thought to grow in this area — a magnolia. I’ve read of a few varieties that are said to grow in Zone 4, but I’ve come to learn that ...