Port Wine Magnolia - Michelia figo

Port Wine Magnolia Michelia figo

Michelia figo is a refined evergreen shrub valued for its extraordinary fragrance and dense, polished form. Grown to advanced size, it arrives ready to anchor a composition, define a boundary, or deliver immediate sensory presence across a prestige landscape.

Why Port Wine Magnolia

Fragrance: Rich, port wine–scented blooms carry across outdoor spaces with a presence few plants can match.
Evergreen Structure: Dense, glossy foliage holds its form year-round, delivering consistent screening and structure without seasonal gaps.
Advanced Size: Supplied as mature, established specimens, no years of establishment required before impact is achieved.
Versatility: Performs equally well as a standalone specimen, formal hedge, or layered element within a broader planting scheme.
Low Maintenance: Once established, requires minimal intervention, ideal for high-specification projects where long-term performance is non-negotiable.

Ideal Applications

Formal Hedging: Clip to a structured screen or boundary hedge for privacy with a polished finish.
Specimen Planting: Position as a solitary focal point in courtyard or entry settings where fragrance and form are priorities.
Residential Landscapes: A sophisticated addition to prestige residential properties seeking year-round structure and sensory detail.
Commercial & Hospitality Projects: Well-suited to high-traffic outdoor environments where lasting visual quality and fragrance are part of the design brief.

Specimen & Installation

Spacing (screening/hedge): 1.5–2m
Spacing (feature/avenue): 3–4m
Planting Season: Spring or autumn
Soil & Drainage: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil; avoid waterlogged conditions
Establishment Care: Water regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system, then reduce to deep watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.

Plant Details

Height: 3–5m
Width: 2–4m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: China
Flower Colour: Cream to pale purple-pink