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evergreen magnolia tree

The evergreen magnolia tree is a true gem for New Zealand gardens, offering a unique combination of year-round glossy foliage and spectacular blooms. With their bold, leathery leaves and fragrant, creamy-white flowers, these magnificent trees deliver instant structure and striking beauty to any landscape. Whether you’re seeking a statement tree for your front yard or a graceful screen for privacy, evergreen magnolias are a versatile and reliable choice. Their resilience, low maintenance nature, and adaptability have made them a favourite for both novice gardeners and seasoned landscapers throughout the country.

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Magnolia grandiflora 'Ferruginea'

Magnolia grandiflora 'Ferruginea' is a magnificent evergreen magnolia known for its glossy green foliage, striking rusty brown leaf undersides, and large fragrant white flowers. Flowering through summer, this elegant tree adds year round beauty, structure, and privacy to NZ gardens. Its dense growth habit and impressive foliage make it ideal for screening, avenue planting, or use as a feature tree in both modern and traditional landscapes. Magnolia grandiflora 'Ferruginea' is hardy, low maintenance, and well suited to a wide range of growing conditions throughout NZ.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 20.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Parks, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Japanese
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Magnolia Kay Parris (Magnolia grandiflora Kay Parris)

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Magnolia grandiflora Kay Parris, commonly known as Southern Magnolia or Evergreen Magnolia, is a small tree that produces masses of large and showy, white flowers through late spring and summer. The fragrant flowers are borne amidst the glossy, dark green leaves which serve as a lovely backdrop. It grows with a rounded habit to about 4 m tall and 3 m wide and responds well to trimming. Magnolia Kay Parris makes for a lovely specimen and is commonly added to a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or grown as a hedge.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
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Magnolia grandiflora 'Russet'

Magnolia grandiflora 'Russet' is a striking evergreen magnolia valued for its glossy dark green leaves with rich russet brown undersides and large...

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Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' white flower.
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ is a compact, evergreen tree prized for its glossy green leaves and large, fragrant white flowers. Growing to...

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Magnolia 'DD Blanchard'

Magnolia 'DD Blanchard' is a magnificent evergreen tree admired for its large glossy green leaves with rich copper brown undersides and elegant...

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Magnolia Teddy Bear (Magnolia grandiflora Teddy Bear)

Magnolia grandiflora Teddy Bear, commonly known as the Magnolia Teddy Bear Tree, is a variety of Southern Magnolia, and is an evergreen tree with...

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A very elegant Magnolia 'Fairy Blush' pink tinged flower.
Magnolia Fairy Blush

Magnolia 'Fairy Blush' is a compact, evergreen Magnolia ideal for small gardens and hedging in New Zealand. It produces masses of lightly fragrant...

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Magnolia Charles Raffill (Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill)

Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, pink and white flowers in spring. The lovely blooms are...

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Magnolia Heaven Scent (Magnolia soulangeana Heaven Scent)

Magnolia soulangeana Heaven Scent is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These...

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Magnolia denudata Gere

Magnolia denudata Gere is a graceful deciduous tree known for its large, fragrant white flowers that bloom in early spring. This cultivar adds...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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Magnolia stellata 'Waterlily'

Magnolia stellata 'Waterlily' is a beautiful deciduous magnolia admired for its masses of fragrant white flowers that appear in late winter and early...

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Magnolia Vulcan

Magnolia soulangeana Vulcan is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, rose-red flowers through late winter and...

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A lovely Magnolia 'Lennei alba' specimen tree covered in white flowers.
Magnolia Lennei Alba

Magnolia 'Lennei Alba', commonly known as Saucer Magnolia, bears masses of large, showy, semi-double, fragrant, ivory-white flowers that are borne on...

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A beautiful Magnolia 'Star Wars' tree with masses of pink flowers.
Magnolia 'Star Wars'

Magnolia 'Star Wars' is a striking deciduous magnolia known for its large, star-shaped flowers in shades of deep pink with pale interiors. Blooming...

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Magnolia Red As Red (Red As Red Magnolia)

Magnolia Red as Red bears masses of large and showy, dark red flowers through late winter and early spring. The flowers are borne on the naked stems...

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Exquisite Magnolia 'Genie' dark purple flowers.
Magnolia 'Genie'

Magnolia 'Genie' is a compact, deciduous magnolia prized for its rich, burgundy-purple, tulip-shaped flowers, which bloom in early spring. This...

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A dark pink Magnolia 'Cameo' flower on a young tree before the foliage emerges.
Magnolia Cameo

Magnolia 'Cameo' is a stunning deciduous magnolia prized for its upright, tulip-shaped flowers, which appear in early to mid-spring. The blooms are...

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An exquisite Magnolia 'Iolanthe' two-tone pink flower.
Magnolia Iolanthe

Magnolia 'Iolanthe' is a stunning deciduous magnolia known for its large, goblet-shaped pink flowers with creamy interiors that bloom in early to...

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Magnolia 'Cleopatra' purple flowers.
Magnolia Cleopatra

Magnolia 'Cleopatra' is a compact, upright deciduous magnolia bred in New Zealand and admired for its large, goblet-shaped, cerise-purple flowers...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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A stunning white Magnolia stellata flower.
Magnolia stellata

Magnolia stellata, commonly known as the Star Magnolia or Starry Magnolia, features dark pink flower buds that open in spring to reveal star-shaped...

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Magnolia Honey Tulip

Magnolia Honey Tulip is a striking deciduous tree known for its unique yellow tulip-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring. This elegant magnolia...

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Magnolia denudata

Magnolia denudata, commonly known as the Lily Tree or Yulan Magnolia, is a deciduous tree admired for its large, fragrant, creamy white flowers that...

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Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree) is a spectacular deciduous tree prized for its striking flushes of vibrant pink foliage that mature through...

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach, commonly known as Bead Tree, White Cedar or Persian Lilac, is a fast-growing deciduous tree admired for its feathery foliage and...

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A large Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa tree).
Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa Tree)

Beilschmiedia tawa, commonly known as the Tawa Tree, is a tall and graceful evergreen native to New Zealand. It is admired for its straight trunk...

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Ulmus Lobel (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus Lobel is a variety of Dutch Elm tree grown for its colourful foliage and narrow form. The leaves emerge a fresh green colour in spring, age to...

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Magnolia grandiflora 'Ferruginea'

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Why Choose an Evergreen Magnolia Tree?

Evergreen magnolia trees stand out thanks to their lush, rich green leaves and long flowering season. Unlike deciduous magnolias, these trees keep their foliage year-round, bringing life and colour to gardens even in the depths of winter. Their slow to moderate growth habit makes them ideal for both large spaces and suburban gardens, while their tolerance for wind and coastal conditions ensures they thrive in much of New Zealand’s varied climate. Many varieties also serve as exceptional hedging or screening plants, providing privacy and shelter while adding elegance to your property.

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Planting and Care Tips for Evergreen Magnolia Trees

Plant your evergreen magnolia tree in a sunny or lightly shaded site with well-draining soil. While they handle wind and tolerate dry periods once established, young magnolias benefit from regular watering and a layer of mulch to retain moisture. Feed annually with a slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage lush foliage and prolific flowering. Pruning is rarely needed, but you can gently shape or tidy your tree in late winter or early spring. Magnolia grandifloras are famously robust and respond well to formative pruning if grown as a hedge or screen.

Enhance Your Garden with an Evergreen Magnolia Tree

Whether you’re after timeless sophistication, year-round greenery, or intoxicating fragrance, an evergreen magnolia tree is a wonderful investment for your landscape. Browse our extensive selection, including the classic Magnolia grandiflora Ferruginea, the stately Magnolia Jade Emperor (Evergreen Magnolia Jade Emperor), or the compact Magnolia Kay Parris (Magnolia grandiflora Kay Parris), to find the perfect fit for your home. With careful planting and simple care, your magnolia will reward you with decades of beauty, fragrance, and structure.


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