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If you’re searching for “michelia figo nz,” you’re likely looking for the beautiful Portwine Magnolia, a beloved evergreen shrub that brings a unique touch of elegance and fragrance to New Zealand gardens. Renowned for its lush green foliage and heady, banana-scented flowers, Michelia figo is a classic choice for hedging, screening, or as a spectacular standalone specimen. This versatile plant thrives across much of New Zealand, offering year-round structure and a burst of sweet aroma during its flowering season.

A Michelia figo (Port Wine Magnolia) plant with pink blushed flowers and dark green foliage.

Michelia figo

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Michelia figo, commonly known as the Port Wine Magnolia, is a compact evergreen tree prized for its delightfully fragrant, cream-white flowers and glossy foliage. Ideal for hedging, screening, or as a specimen tree, it brings year-round beauty and subtle perfume to New Zealand gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Michelia 'Touch of Pink'

Michelia 'Touch of Pink' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of fragrant pink toned flowers. Blooming over a long season, this elegant michelia adds colour, fragrance, and year round structure to New Zealand gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Michelia 'Inspiration' white flowers and dark green foliage.
Michelia 'Inspiration'

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A Michelia 'Fairy Cream' hedge with masses of cream-white flowers and glossy, green foliage.
Michelia 'Fairy Cream'

Michelia 'Fairy Cream' grows as a small and shapely tree carrying glossy, green leaves which are attractive in their own right. Velvet buds are borne...

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Michelia 'Fairy White' white flowers with lush, green foliage.
Michelia 'Fairy White'

Michelia 'Fairy White' is a compact evergreen tree admired for its glossy dark green foliage and fragrant pure white flowers that bloom from late...

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Michelia yunnanensis white flowers and glossy, green foliage.
Michelia yunnanensis

Michelia yunnanensis is a compact, evergreen tree renowned for its glossy, green leaves and highly fragrant, white flowers, which bloom from late...

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A Michelia 'Velvet and Cream' tree with masses of cream-white flowers amidst glossy green foliage.
Michelia 'Velvet and Cream'

Michelia 'Velvet and Cream' is a compact, evergreen tree admired for its glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant, creamy white flowers that bloom...

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Michelia 'Princess Isabella'

Michelia 'Princess Isabella' is a stunning evergreen tree renowned for its glossy green foliage and masses of beautifully fragrant creamy white...

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Michelia 'Fairy Blush' flowers tinged with pink amidst lush, dark green foliage.
Michelia 'Fairy Blush'

Michelia 'Fairy Blush' is a compact, evergreen tree admired for its glossy, dark green foliage and fragrant, lilac-pink flowers that bloom from late...

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Michelia 'Princess Cinderella'

Michelia 'Princess Cinderella' is an elegant evergreen tree admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of highly fragrant creamy white flowers...

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Michelia 'Allure'

Michelia 'Allure' is a stunning evergreen tree prized for its glossy green foliage and masses of beautifully fragrant flowers. The creamy blooms are...

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Elegant Michelia 'Bubbles' admisdt lush, green foliage.
Michelia 'Bubbles'

Michelia ‘Bubbles’ is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its glossy green foliage and masses of creamy white, fragrant flowers that...

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Michelia 'Princess Cleopatra'

Michelia 'Princess Cleopatra' is a beautiful evergreen tree renowned for its glossy green foliage and masses of highly fragrant creamy white flowers...

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Michelia 'Paton Pink' flowers on a stem.
Michelia 'Paton Pink'

Michelia 'Paton Pink' is a stunning evergreen tree known for its profusion of fragrant, blush pink flowers in early spring. The blossoms appear among...

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A fabuous Michelia gracipes pleached hedge with lush green foliage and masses of cream-white flowers.
Michelia gracipes

Michelia gracipes, commonly known as the Banana Shrub, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage and highly fragrant, creamy-yellow...

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Libertia grandiflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush, dark green foliage.
Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

Libertia grandiflora, commonly known as NZ Iris, is a hardy New Zealand native perennial admired for its elegant white flowers and sword like green...

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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
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Coprosma kirkii green foliage held on yellow stems.
Coprosma kirkii

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Laurelia novae-zelandiae

Laurelia novae-zelandiae, commonly known as Pukatea, is a magnificent NZ native tree admired for its glossy green leaves, fluted trunk, and...

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Phormium 'Veneer'

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Metrosideros excelsa (Pohutukawa) specimen tree with masses of red flowers in a coastal location.
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Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a coastal evergreen renowned for its brilliant red flowers...

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Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise' pink and dark red foliage.
Coprosma 'Rainbow Surprise'

Coprosma ‘Rainbow Surprise’ is a vibrant NZ shrub admired for its colourful and glossy foliage. The leaves display a lively mix of pink, cream, and...

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Libocedrus plumosa (Kawaka) tree with green-yellow foliage.
Libocedrus plumosa (Kawaka)

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Michelia foggii

Michelia foggii is a beautiful evergreen tree admired for its glossy dark green foliage and highly fragrant creamy white flowers that appear through...

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Michelia 'Mixed up Miss'

Michelia 'Mixed Up Miss' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of beautifully scented flowers. The elegant...

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Michelia Scented Pearl white flower.
Michelia 'Scented Pearl'

Michelia 'Scented Pearl' is an elegant evergreen tree prized for its glossy green foliage and masses of beautifully fragrant white flowers. The...

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Michelia 'White Caviar'

Michelia 'White Caviar' is a stunning evergreen tree admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of highly fragrant white flowers. The elegant...

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Michelia 'Lady of the Night'

Michelia 'Lady of the Night' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its glossy foliage and intensely fragrant creamy flowers that perfume the...

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Why Choose Michelia Figo in NZ?

Michelia figo is cherished in NZ gardens for its adaptability, compact habit, and intoxicatingly fragrant blooms. The rich port wine-coloured flowers appear from late spring through summer, and their scent is noticeable even from a distance. Michelia figo is relatively easy to care for, tolerating light frost and adaptable to most well-drained soils. It is ideal for hedges, foundation planting, or as an evergreen backdrop in both formal and informal settings.

If you’re dreaming of adding that signature Michelia fragrance to your garden, explore our Michelia figo (Portwine Magnolia) page for more details on this sought-after shrub, including planting advice and how it performs in various regions of New Zealand.

Planting and Care Tips for Michelia Figo

To get the best out of your Michelia figo in NZ, plant in a sheltered position with some protection from harsh afternoon sun and strong wind, especially if you’re gardening in cooler areas. Incorporate compost when planting and make sure your soil offers good drainage, as Michelia dislike “wet feet.” Mulch around the base helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain the desired shape, and enjoy the lush foliage that stays green all year long.

Watering is important during the first year as the roots establish, especially if you’re planting during a dry spell. Feeding your Portwine Magnolia with a slow-release fertiliser in spring encourages healthy growth and generous blooming.

Discover More Michelia Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

If you love Michelia figo, you might want to expand your garden palette with some of its stunning relatives. Discover the rare beauty of Michelia foggii, the striking blooms of Michelia Lady of the Night, or the classic appeal of Michelia Uniquely Yours, all perfectly suited to the New Zealand climate.

For those who enjoy quirky, contemporary cultivars, Michelia Mixed up Miss offers a twist with its gorgeous cream flowers and compact size, ideal for smaller spaces or modern landscapes.

Shop Michelia Figo in NZ

Whether you’re starting a new garden, replacing an old hedge, or simply craving year-round greenery and perfume, Michelia figo fits beautifully into New Zealand gardens. Browse our current selection of Michelia figo (Portwine Magnolia) and related cultivars, and let us help you bring the timeless beauty and scent of Michelia to your outdoor space.

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