Pink Flowering Magnolia | Galaxy Magnolia

Galaxy Magnolia is a later bloomer that avoids late freezes and frost resulting in longer bloom times. A must have tree!

Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 5-9
• Plant Brand: Plant Factory Choice 
• Botanical Name: Magnolia x 'Galaxy' 
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Pink
• Flower Fragrance: Lemon-scented 
• Fall Color: Yellow-Orange
• Type: Deciduous
• Mature Height: 20-30'
• Mature Width: 10-15'
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Exposure: Sun to part shade
• Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture during winter
• Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture  
• Pruning Needs: Occasional trim crossed branches
• Awards:
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Yes
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
• Drought tolerant: Yes

Looking for a magnolia that actually delivers on its spring promise? Galaxy Magnolia is your answer. This award-winning hybrid combines the best traits of two premium magnolia species, producing stunning dark pink to deep purple tulip-shaped flowers that emerge later in spring—perfectly timed to avoid frost damage that devastates earlier varieties. Galaxy offers consistent, show-stopping blooms you can count on. It's the smart choice for gardeners who refuse to settle for brown, frost-burned flowers.

Galaxy Magnolia commands attention with its elegant, upright silhouette and narrow pyramidal form—perfect for spaces where traditional shade trees sprawl too wide. This single-trunk specimen grows 30–40 feet tall and 15–25 feet wide, delivering striking vertical presence without consuming your entire landscape. Strong, ascending branches create architectural interest year-round, while glossy green foliage emerges after the spectacular spring blooms to provide cooling shade and rich texture throughout the growing season. It's the sophisticated choice for gardeners who want impact without compromise.

Galaxy Magnolia's true magic lies in its extraordinary floral display. Plump buds unfurl into magnificent 6–8 inch blooms with saturated pinkish-purple outer petals and delicate rose-toned interiors—creating a luminous effect that captivates from every distance. These lightly lemony fragrant flowers emerge in mid to late spring on bare branches, commanding the landscape when few other plants have leafed out.  

Galaxy Magnolia rewards you with minimal fuss once established. This adaptable tree thrives in full sun to light shade and handles diverse soil types—clay, loam, or sand—as long as drainage is adequate. While it prefers nutrient-rich, slightly acidic conditions, it won't demand perfection. The real investment is upfront: consistent deep watering during the first few seasons builds a robust root system that sets you up for years of easy care. After that, average watering suffices. Maintenance is refreshingly simple—a light spring fertilizer if desired and occasional pruning to remove dead wood or wayward branches, best done right after flowering. It's the low-maintenance statement tree for busy gardeners.

Galaxy Magnolia is the statement-maker every garden needs. Position it as a commanding focal point in your front yard, flank your entry with a pair for dramatic impact, or weave it into mixed borders where its upright form adds height and structure above Hydrangeas, Hollies, Hostas, and Rhododendrons. Its refined, narrow silhouette makes it ideal for tight urban spaces, compact suburban properties, and intimate courtyard gardens—anywhere you crave vertical drama without sprawl. Beyond its visual brilliance, Galaxy attracts birds and butterflies while offering fragrant cut branches for stunning indoor displays. Plant one and watch it become your garden's most anticipated spring announcement.

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.