Magnolia stellata ‘King Rose’ is a compact, rounded, multi-branched grower that is an excellent choice for smaller gardens. Magnolia stellata ‘King Rose’ produces soft, rose-pink buds that open to white flowers in early spring, with pale-pink hues near the base. The flowers usually have between 25 to 30 tepals, and Magnolia stellata ‘King Rose’ begins to flower from an early age. Magnolia stellata is deciduous and native to Japan. Learn more about Magnolia stellata. Magnolia stellata ‘King Rose’ originated before 1988 in New Zealand.