Magnolia x ‘Galaxy’

‘Galaxy’ is a hybrid magnolia (M. liliiflora ‘Nigra’ x M. sprengeri ‘Diva’ which was crossed by the U.S. National Arboretum in 1963 and subsequently introduced into commerce by them in 1980. This is a large, narrow-pyramidal, deciduous single trunk tree with ascending branching. It typically matures over time to 20-30′ (infrequently to 40′) tall. Fragrant rose-pink to reddish-purple flowers (each to 6-12′ across) bloom in late April to early June. Each flower features up to 12 showy petal-like tepals. Large, ovate, medium green leaves (each to 9″ long) appear in whorl-like clusters at the branchlet tips.  (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)