port wine magnolia tree
The port wine magnolia tree is a beloved evergreen shrub or small tree that adds lush foliage and intoxicating fragrance to New Zealand gardens. Famous for its glossy leaves and unique, port wine-scented flowers, this versatile plant (Michelia figo) is perfect for those seeking a sensory garden experience, a dense hedge, or a compact ornamental specimen for small to medium-sized spaces.
Michelia figo (Portwine Magnolia)
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. This hardy and low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and adds elegance to both formal and informal landscapes.
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Magnolia Kay Parris (Magnolia grandiflora Kay Parris)
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.
