Position
Full Sun, Semi Shade. Best fragrance and flowering in bright light.
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Port Wine Magnolia - Magnolia Michelia figo
Dense evergreen shrub with glossy foliage and sweetly fragrant purple-yellow flowers from spring through autumn.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 2-4m H x 2-4m W. Compact rounded shrub tree ideal for hedging.
Water
Medium. Prefers consistent moisture during dry periods.
Uses
Hedging, screening, borders, fragrant gardens, formal gardens, topiary, containers.
Description
Michelia figo, widely known as Port Wine Magnolia, is a lush evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage and intensely fragrant purple yellow flowers that appear from spring through autumn. Its dense branching structure and moderate growth make it ideal for hedging, screening, formal garden designs and container planting. Highly aromatic and visually refined, it performs reliably in Melbourne's cool temperate climate when planted in well drained soil with access to light afternoon shade.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Prefers well-drained soils including loam, sandy loam and enriched mixes.
- Light: Full sun to semi shade. Brightest positions promote stronger flowering.
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment to develop a deep root system.
- Fertiliser: Apply a slow release fertiliser annually in spring to support healthy growth.
- Maintenance: Light trimming after flowering maintains shape and density.
- Flowering: Purple-yellow fragrant flowers from spring through autumn.
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Port Wine Magnolia - Magnolia Michelia figo
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