Extremely floriferous and widely popular, award-winning Magnolia salicifolia 'Wada's Memory' is a medium-sized deciduous tree of spectacular beauty when in full bloom. Produced in profusion in early to mid-spring, the scented, semi-double white blossoms are tulip-shaped, upward-facing, and quite large, 7 in. across (17 cm). Each of them counts 6 long tepals which open fully and gracefully droop at their tips, creating a dramatic floral display. Rich with an orange blossom fragrance, the blooms appear on naked branches before the leaves unfurl. Emerging bronze, the foliage of elliptic leaves fades to green with age before turning gold in fall. This cultivar is known for blooming at an early age. A standout tree in the landscape!

Magnolia salicifolia, commonly known as Anise Magnolia or Willow-Leafed Magnolia, is a scented medium-sized deciduous tree that produces stunning white flowers in early spring. Each flower measures 3-6 in. across (8-15 cm) and consists of 6 spreading tepals with a hint of pink at the base, enhancing the beauty of the bloom. The flowers emit a lemon or anise fragrance and bloom on bare branches before the leaves emerge. The narrow, oval-shaped leaves have a willow-like appearance with whitened undersides and start out coppery-red before changing to a lovely golden-yellow in fall. The smooth gray bark and leaves also have a pleasant fragrance when scratched. Native to Japan.