Star Magnolia: Those of you living in colder areas may already be familiar with Star Magnolia, Magnolia stellata. This magnolia is one of the best known species because it is very cold hardy (USDA Zones 4-8), widely adaptable and blooms when very small.

When you're ready to grow a magnolia tree from seed, you should plant the seeds in spring, either directly in the ground or in pots. Cover the seeds with about 1/4 inch (0.5 cm.) of soil and keep the soil moist until your seedlings emerge

about 30 to 40 days
After the seed has gone through the stratification period, it can be sown and placed where temperatures are about 70 degrees. Germination will take place in about 30 to 40 days. Magnolia seedlings grow rapidly, and generally are large enough to transplant by the end of the first season.

Often, the berries hang out of the pod by their stems. The red flesh can be removed by soaking them in water and then using mesh wire or a cloth. Magnolia seeds should be planted in the fall or saved. Store them in slightly moist vermiculite or sand and refrigerate them to help them to retain viability.

Magnolias are best planted in autumn or late spring. They have shallow roots, so you don't need to dig a very deep hole. Dig a generous hole to the same depth of the pot your magnolia comes in. Avoid damaging the fleshy roots, as this can inhibit flowering.. . . . .364011233528!]0000000000000009783314146276!]