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Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

Name: Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
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Size: 100L

100L 30cm

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm: Enquire within for height guide information.
100L: 1.3m – 1.5m Approx.

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About Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

Magnolia figo × yunnanensis ‘White Caviar’, known as White Caviar Magnolia, is an elegant deciduous hybrid prized for its large, creamy white, fragrant flowers that bloom in early to mid-spring. Growing 4–6 meters tall and 2–3 meters wide, it has an upright, compact habit with a balanced, rounded canopy.

This magnolia features medium to dark green foliage and adapts well to a range of well-drained soils, including clay, loam, and sandy types. It tolerates moderate drought once established and requires low maintenance, with occasional watering and formative pruning.

Ideal as a specimen or focal tree, White Caviar Magnolia brings refined beauty and seasonal interest to gardens, parks, and formal landscapes.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 4m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 – 3 meters

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia is expected to grow Approx 20 – 40 cm per year (moderate).

Frost Tolerance

Is Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia frost tolerant?

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Magnolia ‘White Caviar’ produces masses of small, creamy-white cup-shaped flowers from late spring through summer. These lightly fragrant blooms sit neatly along the stems and stand out beautifully against the glossy green foliage, creating an elegant, pearl-like seasonal display.

Native Information

Is Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia an Australian Native? No

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia is Native to A hybrid magnolia bred from Magnolia figo (Banana Shrub, native to China) and Magnolia yunnanensis (native to Yunnan, China).

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, hoverflies and a range of small pollinating insects, while the dense evergreen foliage provides shelter and foraging habitat for small birds. The shrub’s tight branch structure also supports beneficial insects and microfauna, enhancing biodiversity in subtropical and ornamental gardens.

Sunlight Information

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

Magnolia ‘White Caviar’ performs best in well-drained, slightly acidic loam or sandy loam soils. It may struggle in alkaline, compacted or consistently wet soils unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage and fertility. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then move to deep, occasional watering once mature to support healthy evergreen growth, strong bud formation and steady flowering.

Botanical Information

Common Name: White Caviar Magnolia

Genus: Magnolia

Botanical Species: Magnolia figo × yunnanensis

Family: Magnoliaceae

Botanical Name: Magnolia ‘White Caviar’

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs
Underplanting
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

Select a Location: Choose a site with well-draining soil and adequate sunlight.
Prepare the Soil: Ensure the soil is enriched with organic matter and well-aerated.
Planting: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the magnolia, and backfill with soil.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the initial stages.

Feature Planting: Space 4 – 6 m apart for full canopy and natural form

Hedging & Screening: Space 2 – 3 m apart for denser screen effect

Avenue Planting: Space 4 – 5 m apart for a structured look

Caring for Your White Caviar Magnolia:

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the first year; then, reduce watering as the magnolia establishes itself.
Pruning: Minimal pruning is required and should be done after flowering to shape the tree or remove dead branches.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring to encourage healthy growth.

How to Grow in Different Soil Types

Magnolia 'White Caviar' prefers moist, well-drained soil, but adapts to various conditions:

Sandy Soil: Requires organic matter and regular watering to retain moisture.

Clay Soil: Needs improved drainage with compost and gypsum to prevent water retention.

Loamy Soil: Ideal for optimal root development and steady growth.

Acidic or Alkaline Soil: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil for best foliage and flowering performance.

Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia is expected to grow Approx 20 – 40 cm per year (moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun
Part Shade

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young plant it requires regular watering, and once established ‘White Caviar’ offers moderate drought tolerance. It performs best in moist, well-drained soils and benefits from deep, occasional watering during hot or dry periods to maintain healthy foliage, steady growth and reliable flowering.