Stellar Ruby Magnolia, Banana Shrub

Magnolia figo 'Stellar Ruby'

Stellar Ruby Magnolia is a compact reblooming evergreen shrub with large glossy foliage.  The highly fragrant flowers have a distinct sweet banana scent when first opening and a color that ranges from grapefruit to creamy-pink which bloom both in late spring and late summer.  Best color in full sun and moist, slightly-acidic, well-drained soil.  The lower branches can be removed to make an attractive tree.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance. Regular water in first year.

LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges.

COMPANION PLANTS: Gibraltar Azalea, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Gardenia Radicans

IMAGES: Midori, Michelia figo leaves, CC BY-SA 3.0, (2) Photo by Yasuaki Kobayashi, Tight team, (3) KATHERINE WAGNER-REISS, Magnolia figa—tree 02, CC BY-SA 4.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.

All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.  

Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.