Galaxy Magnolia Tree
Magnolia x 'Galaxy'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Galaxy Magnolia Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 5-9
Magnolias are wonderful, and beloved by so many people for their heart-catching blooms every spring. If you are shopping for a beautiful accent tree, you'll just love any of the Magnolias. But perhaps you'd like to... kick it up a notch?
Knock your landscape out of the park this spring with the Galaxy Magnolia Tree (Magnolia x 'Galaxy') and get ready for the show! You will have to wait a few weeks longer for these amazing blooms, however, that's a good thing!
The gorgeous blooms fill out the bare branches before the leaves appear so they won't have to share the spotlight! The green leaves appear and fill out the tree fully all summer until autumn when they transform into a soothing yellow.
Most Magnolias worry us with their penchant for blooming in a risk zone for frost. If you live in an area prone to early spring or even late spring frosts that kill your flower buds, Galaxy is more than worth the wait! Not the Galaxy. It's been bred to bloom later to avoid those late spring snow storms that wreak havoc on other varieties throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 9.
Landscape Application:
Let's not kid ourselves, though. You grow this beautiful specimen tree for its outstanding flower color, impressive size, and fantastic later flowering habit! A flowering tree this big and full of blooms will knock your socks off each spring and shade your yard all summer long! The gorgeous blooms fill out the bare branches before the leaves appear so they won't have to share the spotlight!
This Magnolia puts on its yearly show with a compact spread and eye-catching height. You'll appreciate the strength of the branches on this variety, too. Now, let's talk about size because Galaxy has some hefty height and width at maturity that lives up to its name! If you are blessed with a large yard, its 30 - 35 foot height and 15 - 20 foot spread will fit right in!
This single-trunked ornamental is ideal as a lawn accent and shade tree! The narrower width makes Galaxy a fantastic street tree and these Magnolias stand up to urban pollution and city environments with ease!
- Curved Purplish-Pink Scented Blooms
- Large Green Deciduous Leaves
- Single-Trunked Narrower Form
- Late Spring Bloom Resists Unexpected Frosts
- Shade Trees, Street Trees, Specimens & Tall Flowering Focal Points
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Magnolias need full sun to flower and grow their best, and are best planted in a well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Water your newly installed trees regularly using the Finger Test to ensure they do not dry out between waterings, but once established, Magnolias only need supplemental moisture during extended drought. Mulch the base of your tree with 3-4 inches of arborist bark chips to keep them happier and stress-free.
Strong storms will still cause trouble, so we advise that you situate this tree out of the worst of your winds. Did you know you can call your local airport to get the direction of your prevailing winds? Give it protection, so you can truly enjoy those fantastic flowers. Prune any damaged, crossing, or wayward branches right after those flowers fade.
- Full Sun
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Well-Drained Soil
- Prune After Flowering
- Very Easy-Care & Low-Maintenance
Late spring blooms to escape the frost, plus compact width and soaring height, Galaxy will fill your landscape in pink stars! Order the Galaxy Magnolia Tree and enjoy its beauty today! Now at NatureHills.com!
