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

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Size: 30cm

30cm 100L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

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

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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).

Root Ball Dimensions

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)

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About Your New 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.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

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.

Is Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia Evergreen or 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).

Growth Rate of Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

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

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

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.

Does Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia Flower?

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.

Does Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered
Fragrant
Pollinator-attracting

Flower Colour:

White

Is Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia an Australian Native Tree?

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).

What is the Wildlife Value of Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia ?

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.

How much Sunlight does Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia need?

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

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred 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.

Is Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia Drought Tolerant?

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

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.

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How To Plant Your Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

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

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, keep the root zone consistently moist with weekly deep watering and additional water during hot dry spells.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for scale or sooty mould in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Magnolia figo x yunnanensis 'White Caviar' - White Caviar Magnolia in Different Soil

Magnolia figo performs best in rich, well-drained loam with a slightly acidic pH and consistent moisture. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage and organic matter are managed well.

Sandy soil: Free-draining but enrich heavily with compost and mulch deeply to hold moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost, and mound slightly to lift the root zone.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent flowering.

pH: Slightly acidic preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter or pine bark to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q: What is the fragrance like on 'White Caviar' magnolia flowers?
Q: Can 'White Caviar' magnolia tolerate cold winters?
Q: How large can I expect 'White Caviar' magnolia to grow?
Q: Is 'White Caviar' magnolia prone to pests or diseases?
Q: Can I grow 'White Caviar' magnolia in a container or pot?

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