Two Magnolia stellata bloom in my garden this time of year. One is 'Waterlily,' the other 'Jane Platt.' I wouldn't give up either. Pushed to give a favorite, though, I'd have to say 'Jane Platt.' ...

Q: I want to plant a pink magnolia like I had at my old house, but the only ones I see are called "Jane" magnolia. Is this the same tree?-- D.G., Houston Give the tree a place with winter sun or ...

Japanese magnolias are completing their bloom and flushing out new, light green foliage. These beautiful trees are some of the first plants to signify that spring is just around the corner. With their ...

Even on a gray day like Wednesday (and supposedly part of today), the tulip tree near the front of the Federal Courthouse on State Line Avenue provides an early hint of spring. It is always one of the ...