Product Specifications

• Common Name: White Caviar Magnolia
• Botanical Name: Michelia yunnanensis ‘White Caviar’
• Mature Height: 3-4 meters
• Mature Width: 2-3 meters
• Planting Distance: 1-1.5 meters apart for screening, 2-3 meters apart for a feature
• Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves with a dense, bushy habit
• Flowering Period: Late Winter – Early Spring
• Flower Colour: Creamy-white, fragrant flowers in spring
• Form/Habit: Upright, compact, bushy
• Uses: Small – Medium screening hedge, potted plant, specimen tree
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
• Water Needs: Keep moist but avoid waterlogging; drought-tolerant once established
• Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune lightly after flowering to shape if needed
• Planter Suitability: Yes, allow room for growth with a well draining planter
• Native: No

Commonly Asked Questions

What is the ideal time of year to prune White Caviar Magnolia?

The best time to prune is after flowering, usually in late spring to early summer (October to December). This allows the plant to recover and set new growth for the next flowering season.

For general maintenance, you can lightly prune to shape the plant or remove any dead or unwanted branches. If using it as a hedge, regular light trimming will keep it dense and tidy. Avoid heavy pruning in autumn or winter, as this may reduce flowering in the following season.

How far apart should I plant White Caviar Magnolia for a Screening Hedge?

For a screening hedge, 1 to 1.5 meters apart is ideal. 1 meter apart for a denser, faster-forming hedge. 1.5 meters apart for a more natural, slightly open look.

This spacing allows the plants to grow together while maintaining good airflow and healthy growth.

How do I encourage lots of flowers for my Magnolia?

To get the most flowers on your Michelia Yunnanensis ‘White Caviar’, plant it in a full sun to part shade position with well-draining, fertile soil. Use a balanced fertiliser in early spring and late summer to encourage blooming, and keep the plant well-watered without overwatering. Lightly prune after flowering to shape the plant, and apply organic mulch to retain moisture and support healthy growth.