The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Cosmic Gem magnolia

Family: Magnoliaceae subfam. Magnolioideae (magnolia family)

Distribution: hybrid: Ledvina hybrid

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Deciduous tree

Comments: This hybrid deciduous tree, from the late Dennis Ledvina, is hardy and very fragrant. Goblet-shaped flowers open pink, purple, and white with six tepals in mid-spring. This showy flowering tree would make a perfect accent plant.