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 ...

It's not all about white when it comes to blooms, though; many magnolia trees have beautiful pink and purple blooms including the Jane magnolia (Magnolia 'Jane') and the Ann magnolia (Magnolia 'Ann').