Southern Living Stellar Ruby Magnolia Live Shrub in 2-Gallon Grower Pot

The Stellar Ruby Magnolia is a unique twist on a southern classic, the Banana Shrub. It features pink to rose-purple flowers with a delectable banana scent. Expect these flowers to emerge in late Spring and have a few sporadic flowers rebloom during the remainder of the growing season. While not in bloom, enjoy its leathery dark green leaves that are glossy and evergreen. At maturity, this shrub reaches 10-15 feet high and 6-8 feet wide, but can easily be trimmed to your desired size. Use them as a hedge, foundation planting, or privacy screen. Additionally, thanks to their salt-tolerant nature, they're great for coastal plantings. They are hardy in USDA Zones 7a-9b and grow well in Full to Partial Sun. They grow best in rich garden soil with good drainage and should be watered 2-3 times per week for the first growing season. These Stellar Ruby Magnolia plants are well-rooted in 2 Gallon pots and will tend to range from 12-18 inches tall when shipped.

• Stellar Ruby Magnolias are known for their large, banana scented showy flowers, they are to easy to care for while providing a unique appearance and intoxicating scent
• Hardy in USDA zones 7-9 blooms in the late Spring, Summer and early fall seasons
• Allow ample space for this large shrub to small tree to stand out in your garden, if you are using this Magnolia as a hedge, plant at 5-6 feet apart for a full privacy hedge
• Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the tree's roots, water the tree deeply once or twice a week to establish a healthy root system
• Needed, light shaping can be done, but it's best to prune shortly after flowering to avoid removing next year's buds
• Balanced slow-release fertilizer or one designed for acid-loving plants can be applied if signs of nutritional deficiency are present
• Not guaranteed to be in bloom upon arrival. Ships for the 
• Alabama Gulf coast as a potted plant with soil
• Ships from Alabama - Customers beyond the Southeast US should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
• Placing a large order? Consider ordering 1-2 of these magnolia shrubs to ensure that they will meet your specifications before placing the order for the entire project