Description

Magnolia ‘Galaxy’ is a stunning, small deciduous tree prized for its large, cup-shaped, rosy-purple flowers and attractive pyramidal form. A hybrid of Magnolia liliiflora and Magnolia sprengeri ‘Diva’, this vigorous, late-blooming tree produces abundant, lightly fragrant, 6-8 inch wide flowers in late spring, after the danger of frost has passed, making it more reliable in cooler climates . The blooms emerge from deep purple-red buds and open to a rich, rosy-purple on the outside with a soft, light pink interior, creating a striking, two-toned, tulip-like effect . The broad, medium-green leaves follow the flowers, remaining attractive through summer. Seedy, cone-like fruits appear in late summer, attracting birds. With its strong, upright, pyramidal habit, exceptional cold hardiness, and reliable late bloom, it is an outstanding choice for a specimen tree in medium to large gardens, along streets, or as an accent in foundation plantings.